1981 Ferrari 512 BBi vs. 1999 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 1999 Lotus Esprit is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi would be higher. At 4,942 cc, 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi weights approximately 121 kg more than 1999 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. Let's talk about torque, 1999 Lotus Esprit (542 Nm) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi. (451 Nm). This means 1999 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi | 1999 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lotus |
| Model | 512 BBi | Esprit |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 3506 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 542 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1499 kg | 1378 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2430 mm |
