1983 Ferrari 308 vs. 2002 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2002 Lotus Elise is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ferrari 308. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ferrari 308 would be higher. At 2,925 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Ferrari 308 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ferrari 308 (230 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2002 Lotus Elise. (156 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 2002 Lotus Elise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ferrari 308 weights approximately 700 kg more than 2002 Lotus Elise. 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, 1983 Ferrari 308 (255 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lotus Elise. (180 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1983 Ferrari 308 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ferrari 308 | 2002 Lotus Elise | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lotus |
| Model | 308 | Elise |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2925 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 89.3 mm |
| Top Speed | 232 km/hour | 212 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 | 1506 kg | 806 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 38 L |
