1976 Ferrari 512 BB vs. 1974 Lotus Eclat
To start off, 1976 Ferrari 512 BB is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Lotus Eclat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Lotus Eclat would be higher. At 4,942 cc, 1976 Ferrari 512 BB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ferrari 512 BB (355 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1974 Lotus Eclat. (160 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ferrari 512 BB should accelerate faster than 1974 Lotus Eclat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ferrari 512 BB weights approximately 345 kg more than 1974 Lotus Eclat. 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, 1976 Ferrari 512 BB (460 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lotus Eclat. (190 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1976 Ferrari 512 BB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lotus Eclat.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ferrari 512 BB | 1974 Lotus Eclat | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lotus |
| Model | 512 BB | Eclat |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1971 cc |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 95.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 69.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 67 L |
