2005 Lotus Esprit vs. 1987 Porsche 911
To start off, 2005 Lotus Esprit is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Porsche 911 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 118 more horse power than 1987 Porsche 911. (231 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1987 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lotus Esprit weights approximately 208 kg more than 1987 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Porsche 911. (283 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Lotus Esprit | 1987 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Lotus | Porsche |
Model | Esprit | 911 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1987 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
Engine Size | 3506 cc | 3164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 349 HP | 231 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 283 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 74.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.1:1 | 10.3:1 |
Top Speed | 282 km/hour | 243 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1172 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2270 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 85 L |