1957 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 2011 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2011 Lotus Elise is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1957 Ferrari 250 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Ferrari 250 GT (280 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2011 Lotus Elise. (217 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 2011 Lotus Elise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Ferrari 250 GT weights approximately 254 kg more than 2011 Lotus Elise. 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, 1957 Ferrari 250 GT (260 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Lotus Elise. (210 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1957 Ferrari 250 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Ferrari 250 GT | 2011 Lotus Elise | |
Make | Ferrari | Lotus |
Model | 250 GT | Elise |
Year Released | 1957 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2953 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 280 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
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 | 926 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3785 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1118 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2299 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 44 L |