1972 Ferrari 365 GT4 vs. 2000 Lotus GT 1
To start off, 2000 Lotus GT 1 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ferrari 365 GT4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ferrari 365 GT4 would be higher. At 4,388 cc (12 cylinders), 1972 Ferrari 365 GT4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lotus GT 1 (573 HP) has 263 more horse power than 1972 Ferrari 365 GT4. (310 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lotus GT 1 should accelerate faster than 1972 Ferrari 365 GT4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ferrari 365 GT4 weights approximately 203 kg more than 2000 Lotus GT 1.
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, 1972 Ferrari 365 GT4 (433 Nm) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Lotus GT 1. (391 Nm). This means 1972 Ferrari 365 GT4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Lotus GT 1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ferrari 365 GT4 | 2000 Lotus GT 1 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lotus |
| Model | 365 GT4 | GT 1 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4388 cc | 3506 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 573 HP |
| Torque | 433 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1253 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2690 mm |
