1969 Ferrari 365 GTS vs. 2007 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2007 Lotus Elise is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Ferrari 365 GTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ferrari 365 GTS would be higher. At 4,390 cc (12 cylinders), 1969 Ferrari 365 GTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Ferrari 365 GTS (317 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 2007 Lotus Elise. (120 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ferrari 365 GTS should accelerate faster than 2007 Lotus Elise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Ferrari 365 GTS weights approximately 735 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, 1969 Ferrari 365 GTS (364 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lotus Elise. (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1969 Ferrari 365 GTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Ferrari 365 GTS | 2007 Lotus Elise | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lotus |
| Model | 365 GTS | Elise |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2007 |
| 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 |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 364 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 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 | 1520 kg | 785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 38 L |
