1977 Ferrari Dino vs. 1977 Lotus Esprit
To start off, both 1977 Ferrari Dino and 1977 Lotus Esprit were released in the same year (1977). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,925 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Ferrari Dino is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Ferrari Dino weights approximately 369 kg more than 1977 Lotus Esprit.
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:
| 1977 Ferrari Dino | 1977 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lotus |
| Model | Dino | Esprit |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2925 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 0 HP |
| 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 | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2450 mm |
