1982 Ferrari 400 vs. 1998 Lotus 340 R
To start off, 1998 Lotus 340 R is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ferrari 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ferrari 400 would be higher. At 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1982 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ferrari 400 (306 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1998 Lotus 340 R. (190 HP @ 7800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 1998 Lotus 340 R. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 1155 kg more than 1998 Lotus 340 R. 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, 1982 Ferrari 400 (392 Nm) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lotus 340 R. (198 Nm). This means 1982 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lotus 340 R.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ferrari 400 | 1998 Lotus 340 R | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lotus |
| Model | 400 | 340 R |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4823 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 392 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 118 L | 72 L |
