1976 Ferrari 308 vs. 2000 Lotus GT 1
To start off, 2000 Lotus GT 1 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ferrari 308. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ferrari 308 would be higher. At 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Lotus GT 1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lotus GT 1 (573 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 326 more horse power than 1976 Ferrari 308. (247 HP @ 7700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lotus GT 1 should accelerate faster than 1976 Ferrari 308. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ferrari 308 weights approximately 315 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, 2000 Lotus GT 1 (391 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ferrari 308. (290 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2000 Lotus GT 1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ferrari 308.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Ferrari 308 | 2000 Lotus GT 1 | |
Make | Ferrari | Lotus |
Model | 308 | GT 1 |
Year Released | 1976 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 2927 cc | 3506 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 573 HP |
Engine RPM | 7700 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 391 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2080 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2690 mm |