1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa vs. 1999 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 1999 Lotus Esprit is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa would be higher. At 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lotus Esprit weights approximately 698 kg more than 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.
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, 1999 Lotus Esprit (542 Nm) has 336 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. (206 Nm). This means 1999 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa | 1999 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lotus |
| Model | 500 Testarossa | Esprit |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 3506 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 542 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1378 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2430 mm |
