1967 Ferrari 365 California vs. 1998 Lotus Elise
To start off, 1998 Lotus Elise is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Ferrari 365 California. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Ferrari 365 California would be higher. At 4,390 cc (12 cylinders), 1967 Ferrari 365 California is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Ferrari 365 California (317 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1998 Lotus Elise. (187 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Ferrari 365 California should accelerate faster than 1998 Lotus Elise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Ferrari 365 California weights approximately 781 kg more than 1998 Lotus Elise. 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, 1967 Ferrari 365 California (363 Nm) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lotus Elise. (193 Nm). This means 1967 Ferrari 365 California will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Ferrari 365 California | 1998 Lotus Elise | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lotus |
| Model | 365 California | Elise |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4390 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 193 Nm |
| 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 | 1495 kg | 714 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2310 mm |
