1956 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 2006 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2006 Lotus Exige is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1956 Ferrari 250 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Ferrari 250 GT (276 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2006 Lotus Exige. (189 HP @ 7800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 2006 Lotus Exige. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Ferrari 250 GT weights approximately 264 kg more than 2006 Lotus Exige. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1956 Ferrari 250 GT (260 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lotus Exige. (172 Nm @ 6750 RPM). This means 1956 Ferrari 250 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lotus Exige.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Ferrari 250 GT | 2006 Lotus Exige | |
Make | Ferrari | Lotus |
Model | 250 GT | Exige |
Year Released | 1956 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2953 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7800 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 6750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73.1 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 11.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 916 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 44 L |