1974 Ferrari Dino vs. 2002 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 2002 Lotus Esprit is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Ferrari Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Ferrari Dino would be higher. At 3,504 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lotus Esprit (350 HP) has 100 more horse power than 1974 Ferrari Dino. (250 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1974 Ferrari Dino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lotus Esprit weights approximately 11 kg more than 1974 Ferrari Dino. 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, 2002 Lotus Esprit (400 Nm) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Ferrari Dino. (283 Nm). This means 2002 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Ferrari Dino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Ferrari Dino | 2002 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lotus |
| Model | Dino | Esprit |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2924 cc | 3504 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 350 HP |
| Torque | 283 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1329 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2430 mm |
