1968 Ferrari 365 GTB vs. 2007 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2007 Lotus Elise is newer by 39 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 227 more horse power than 2007 Lotus Elise. (120 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB should accelerate faster than 2007 Lotus Elise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB weights approximately 412 kg more than 2007 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, 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB (431 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lotus Elise. (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Ferrari 365 GTB | 2007 Lotus Elise | |
Make | Ferrari | Lotus |
Model | 365 GTB | Elise |
Year Released | 1968 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4390 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 347 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 431 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 89.3 mm |
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 | 1197 kg | 785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 127 L | 38 L |