1963 Ferrari 400 Superamerica vs. 2003 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2003 Lotus Exige is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Ferrari 400 Superamerica would be higher. At 3,967 cc (12 cylinders), 1963 Ferrari 400 Superamerica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Ferrari 400 Superamerica (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 2003 Lotus Exige. (175 HP @ 7800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Ferrari 400 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 2003 Lotus Exige. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Ferrari 400 Superamerica weights approximately 810 kg more than 2003 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, 1963 Ferrari 400 Superamerica (305 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lotus Exige. (168 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1963 Ferrari 400 Superamerica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lotus Exige.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Ferrari 400 Superamerica | 2003 Lotus Exige | |
Make | Ferrari | Lotus |
Model | 400 Superamerica | Exige |
Year Released | 1963 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3967 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7800 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 168 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 7.0:1 |
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 | 1590 kg | 780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 119 L | 36 L |