1965 Ferrari P5 vs. 1965 Lotus 33
To start off, both 1965 Ferrari P5 and 1965 Lotus 33 were released in the same year (1965). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1965 Ferrari P5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Ferrari P5 (296 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1965 Lotus 33. (212 HP @ 10800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Ferrari P5 should accelerate faster than 1965 Lotus 33. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Ferrari P5 weights approximately 384 kg more than 1965 Lotus 33. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Ferrari P5 | 1965 Lotus 33 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lotus |
| Model | P5 | 33 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1965 |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 10800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 456 kg |
