2008 Ford Bantam vs. 2012 Lotus Evora
To start off, 2012 Lotus Evora is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Ford Bantam. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Ford Bantam would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Lotus Evora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lotus Evora (276 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 2008 Ford Bantam. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lotus Evora should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Bantam. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lotus Evora weights approximately 382 kg more than 2008 Ford Bantam. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Lotus Evora is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Lotus Evora. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Ford Bantam, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 Lotus Evora (349 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Bantam. (137 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Lotus Evora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Bantam | 2012 Lotus Evora | |
| Make | Ford | Lotus |
| Model | Bantam | Evora |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1382 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5770 mm | 4341 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1222 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2576 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 59 L |
