1970 Ferrari 365 GT vs. 1968 Lotus Elan
To start off, 1970 Ferrari 365 GT is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Lotus Elan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Lotus Elan would be higher. At 4,388 cc (12 cylinders), 1970 Ferrari 365 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Ferrari 365 GT (317 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 1968 Lotus Elan. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Ferrari 365 GT should accelerate faster than 1968 Lotus Elan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Ferrari 365 GT weights approximately 908 kg more than 1968 Lotus Elan. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ferrari 365 GT | 1968 Lotus Elan | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lotus |
| Model | 365 GT | Elan |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4388 cc | 1558 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 72.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 702 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1170 mm |
