1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica vs. 1981 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 1981 Lotus Esprit is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica would be higher. At 3,967 cc (12 cylinders), 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1981 Lotus Esprit. (158 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 1981 Lotus Esprit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica weights approximately 470 kg more than 1981 Lotus Esprit. 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 400 Superamerica (305 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Lotus Esprit. (221 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Lotus Esprit.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica | 1981 Lotus Esprit | |
Make | Ferrari | Lotus |
Model | 400 Superamerica | Esprit |
Year Released | 1959 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3967 cc | 2174 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 119 L | 67 L |