1959 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 2008 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2008 Lotus Exige is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 2,952 cc (12 cylinders), 1959 Ferrari 250 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT (238 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2008 Lotus Exige. (189 HP @ 7800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 2008 Lotus Exige. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Ferrari 250 GT weights approximately 324 kg more than 2008 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, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT (262 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Lotus Exige. (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 1959 Ferrari 250 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Lotus Exige.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ferrari 250 GT | 2008 Lotus Exige | |
Make | Ferrari | Lotus |
Model | 250 GT | Exige |
Year Released | 1959 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2952 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7800 RPM |
Torque | 262 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 85 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 237 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 916 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 40 L |