1980 Ferrari 208 vs. 1995 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 1995 Lotus Esprit is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ferrari 208. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ferrari 208 would be higher. At 2,174 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Lotus Esprit (301 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1980 Ferrari 208. (153 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1980 Ferrari 208. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Lotus Esprit weights approximately 10 kg more than 1980 Ferrari 208. 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, 1995 Lotus Esprit (380 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ferrari 208. (171 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1995 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ferrari 208.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ferrari 208 | 1995 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lotus |
| Model | 208 | Esprit |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2174 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66.8 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2440 mm |
