1967 Ferrari 330 vs. 1999 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 1999 Lotus Esprit is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Ferrari 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Ferrari 330 would be higher. At 3,967 cc (12 cylinders), 1967 Ferrari 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lotus Esprit (350 HP) has 54 more horse power than 1967 Ferrari 330. (296 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1967 Ferrari 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Ferrari 330 weights approximately 55 kg more than 1999 Lotus Esprit.
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 (400 Nm) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Ferrari 330. (390 Nm). This means 1999 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Ferrari 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Ferrari 330 | 1999 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lotus |
| Model | 330 | Esprit |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3967 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 350 HP |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 246 km/hour | 286 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1433 kg | 1378 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 72 L |
