1960 Ferrari 250 GTE vs. 1962 Lotus Elite
To start off, 1962 Lotus Elite is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Ferrari 250 GTE. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Ferrari 250 GTE would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1960 Ferrari 250 GTE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Ferrari 250 GTE (232 HP) has 149 more horse power than 1962 Lotus Elite. (83 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Ferrari 250 GTE should accelerate faster than 1962 Lotus Elite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Ferrari 250 GTE weights approximately 770 kg more than 1962 Lotus Elite. 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, 1960 Ferrari 250 GTE (245 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Lotus Elite. (102 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1960 Ferrari 250 GTE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Lotus Elite.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Ferrari 250 GTE | 1962 Lotus Elite | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lotus |
| Model | 250 GTE | Elite |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1962 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 1215 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 83 HP |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.1 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 66.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 140 L | 29 L |
