1969 Ferrari Dino vs. 2005 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2005 Lotus Elise is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Ferrari Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ferrari Dino would be higher. At 2,419 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Ferrari Dino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Ferrari Dino (193 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2005 Lotus Elise. (189 HP @ 7800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ferrari Dino should accelerate faster than 2005 Lotus Elise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Ferrari Dino weights approximately 230 kg more than 2005 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 Dino (225 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lotus Elise. (186 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 1969 Ferrari Dino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Ferrari Dino | 2005 Lotus Elise | |
Make | Ferrari | Lotus |
Model | Dino | Elise |
Year Released | 1969 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 2419 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 193 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 7800 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92.5 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 60 mm | 85 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 241 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 | 1080 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 40 L |