1962 Ferrari 250 GTO vs. 2004 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 2004 Lotus Esprit is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO (296 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2004 Lotus Esprit. (241 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO should accelerate faster than 2004 Lotus Esprit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lotus Esprit weights approximately 390 kg more than 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO.
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, both vehicles can yield 294 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO | 2004 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lotus |
| Model | 250 GTO | Esprit |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 1974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 241 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3750 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 | 915 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2430 mm |
