1978 Ferrari 400 vs. 1965 Lotus Seven
To start off, 1978 Ferrari 400 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Lotus Seven. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Lotus Seven would be higher. At 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1978 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Ferrari 400 (335 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 297 more horse power than 1965 Lotus Seven. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 1965 Lotus Seven. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 1400 kg more than 1965 Lotus Seven. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Ferrari 400 | 1965 Lotus Seven | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lotus |
| Model | 400 | Seven |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4823 cc | 996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 3360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1100 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 29 L |
