1968 Ferrari 365 GTB vs. 1989 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 1989 Lotus Esprit is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB would be higher. At 4,390 cc (12 cylinders), 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB (347 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1989 Lotus Esprit. (172 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB should accelerate faster than 1989 Lotus Esprit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB weights approximately 22 kg more than 1989 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, 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB (431 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Lotus Esprit. (221 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Lotus Esprit.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Ferrari 365 GTB | 1989 Lotus Esprit | |
Make | Ferrari | Lotus |
Model | 365 GTB | Esprit |
Year Released | 1968 | 1989 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4390 cc | 2172 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 347 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 431 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
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 | 1197 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1160 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2440 mm |