2005 Lotus Esprit vs. 1958 Rover P4
To start off, 2005 Lotus Esprit is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Rover P4 would be higher. At 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lotus Esprit (349 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 270 more horse power than 1958 Rover P4. (79 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1958 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Rover P4 weights approximately 20 kg more than 2005 Lotus Esprit.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Lotus Esprit (400 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Rover P4. (188 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2005 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Lotus Esprit | 1958 Rover P4 | |
Make | Lotus | Rover |
Model | Esprit | P4 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3506 cc | 2636 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 349 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 52 L |