1983 Ferrari 308 vs. 2009 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2009 Lotus Elise is newer by 26 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 12 more horse power than 2009 Lotus Elise. (218 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 2009 Lotus Elise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ferrari 308 weights approximately 556 kg more than 2009 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 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lotus Elise. (212 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1983 Ferrari 308 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Ferrari 308 | 2009 Lotus Elise | |
Make | Ferrari | Lotus |
Model | 308 | Elise |
Year Released | 1983 | 2009 |
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 |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 218 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 212 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
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 | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 40 L |