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Lotus Esprit V8
General information | |
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| Model | Lotus Esprit V8 |
| Year | 1999 |
| Category | Cabriolets/sport cars |
| Rating | 62 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars |
Main features, safety and ecconomy | |
| Engine size | 3498 ccm (213.45 cubic inches) |
| Seats | 2 |
| Drive | Front wheels |
| Transmission | Manual, 5-speed |
Engine and transmission | |
| Displacement | 3498 ccm (213.45 cubic inches) |
| Engine type | V8 |
| Max power | 355.00 PS (261 kW or 350 HP) |
| Max torque | 400.02 Nm (40.8 kgf-m or 295.1 ft.lbs) |
| Compression | 8.0:1 |
| Bore x stroke | 83.1 x 81.0 mm (3.3 x 3.2 inches) |
| Valves per cylinder | 4 |
| Fuel control | Double overhead cam (DOHC) |
| Gearbox | Manual, 5-speed |
Speed and acceleration | |
| Top speed | 286.0 km/h (177.7 mph) |
| 0-60 miles | 4.8 seconds |
| Power/weight ratio | 0.2576 PS/kg |
Exterior and interior | |
| Max no. of doors | 2 |
| Passenger space | 3950 litres (1,044 gallons) |
Dimensions and weight | |
| Weight | 1378 kg (3,038.0 pounds) |
| Overall length | 4380 mm (172.4 inches) |
| Overall width | 1890 mm (74.4 inches) |
| Overall height | 1150 mm (45.3 inches) |
| Wheelbase | 2440 mm (96.1 inches) |
| Fuel capacity | 72.0 litres (19.02 gallons) |
Other specifications | |
| Country of origin | UK |
