Lotus
The Lotus Esprit Turbo has been in the “Affordable” Exotic Car bracket for a few years, ranging from $12,000 - $30K+. But just recently, the Lotus Elise has begun to show face in the “Affordable” Exotic Car market! The Lotus and its turbo 4 cylinder is nothing to joke around about and the turbo V8 model is a beast in it’s own nature as well. The Lotus Esprit sits as low and wide as a Lamborghini Diablo and resembles it in so many ways while the Lotus Elise is an all aluminum frame, light weight street car that can take trophies at the national “Road Race” Circuit and then be driven home like any other street car with ease. Amazing cars and truly exotic.
“Cheap Exotic Cars” - Lotus Esprit Turbo
Lotus Esprit Turbo Specifications:
Engine Type: 3.5 liter Twin-Turbo V8
Acceleration 0-60: 4.5
1/4 Mile 13.3
Suspension: Ind. wishbone
Wheel Base: 95.3 inches
Horsepower: 350bhp@6500rpm
Torque: 295lb-ft@4250rpm
Top Speed: 175+ mph
Brakes: AP Racing 4-wheel vent. disc
Transmission: 5-speed Manual
Weight: 3043 lbs
“Cheap Exotic Cars” - Lotus Elise
Lotus Elise Specifications:
Engine Type: 1.8 Liter straight-4
Acceleration 0-60: 5.0
1/4 Mile 13.5
Suspension: Double Wishbones w/Coil Springs
Wheel Base: 90.6 inches
Horsepower: 120bhp@5500rpm
Torque: 122lb-ft@3000rpm
Top Speed: 126 mph
Brakes: Vented Discs
Transmission: 5-Speed Manual
Weight: 1488 lbs
