The Coupe version of the Esprit model has a 2174 cc (132.6 ci) 16 valve Straight 4 Turbo Petrol engine.
This particular Lotus Esprit S3 Turbo SE 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 264 bhp (196 kW) @ 6500 rpm.
The Lotus Esprit produces torque measuring 260 lb-ft (352.5 Nm) @ 3900 rpm.
The Esprit weighs around 1329 kg (2929 lb). Power to weight can be calculated at 198.6 bhp per metric ton or alternatively as 195.6 lb-ft of torque per ton.
The Lotus Esprit S3 Turbo SE - [1989] has a top speed of 159 mph (255.8 kph)
This Esprit accelerates 0-60mph (96.6 kph) in 4.90 seconds or 0-100kph in 5.1s and can achieve an estimated 1/4 mile drag time in 14.09 seconds with a trap speed of 97.5 mph.
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