1980 Ferrari 512 BB vs. 2003 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2003 Lotus Exige is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ferrari 512 BB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ferrari 512 BB would be higher. At 4,942 cc, 1980 Ferrari 512 BB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Ferrari 512 BB (355 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 2003 Lotus Exige. (175 HP @ 7800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ferrari 512 BB should accelerate faster than 2003 Lotus Exige. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Ferrari 512 BB weights approximately 672 kg more than 2003 Lotus Exige. 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, 1980 Ferrari 512 BB (460 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lotus Exige. (168 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1980 Ferrari 512 BB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lotus Exige.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ferrari 512 BB | 2003 Lotus Exige | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lotus |
| Model | 512 BB | Exige |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1796 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 277 km/hour | 232 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 36 L |
