1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast vs. 1999 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 1999 Lotus Esprit is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast would be higher. At 4,963 cc (12 cylinders), 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast (395 HP) has 45 more horse power than 1999 Lotus Esprit. (350 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast should accelerate faster than 1999 Lotus Esprit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast weights approximately 162 kg more than 1999 Lotus Esprit. 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, 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast (475 Nm) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lotus Esprit. (400 Nm). This means 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lotus Esprit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast | 1999 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lotus |
| Model | 500 Superfast | Esprit |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4963 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 350 HP |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1378 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 72 L |
