The Coupe version of the Esprit model has a 2174 cc (132.6 ci) 16 valve Straight 4 Naturally Aspirated Petrol engine.
This particular Lotus Esprit S3 2.0L has a 5 speed / Manual gearbox with the power being delivered through it's RWD system.
The Esprit's 2174 cc (132.6 ci) engine reaches its peak power of 160 bhp (119 kW) @ 6500 rpm.
The Lotus Esprit produces torque measuring 160 lb-ft (216.9 Nm) @ 5250 rpm.
The Esprit weighs around 1067 kg (2352 lb). Power to weight can be calculated at 149.9 bhp per metric ton or alternatively as 149.9 lb-ft of torque per ton.
The Lotus Esprit S3 2.0L - [1981] has a top speed of 135 mph (217.2 kph)
This Esprit accelerates 0-60mph (96.6 kph) in 6.50 seconds or 0-100kph in 6.7s and can achieve an estimated 1/4 mile drag time in 14.56 seconds with a trap speed of 88.4 mph.
Honda NSX 3.2 V6
Engine: Naturally Aspirated Petrol | 3179cc 24v V6
Top Speed: 170 mph
0-60mph: 5.50 seconds
BMW X7 xDrive 50i 4.4 V8 Turbo
Engine: Turbo Petrol | 4395cc 32v V8
Top Speed: 249.4 kph
0-100kph: 5.4 seconds
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