1983 Ferrari 400 vs. 1957 Lotus XI Le Mans
To start off, 1983 Ferrari 400 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Lotus XI Le Mans. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Lotus XI Le Mans would be higher. At 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1983 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ferrari 400 (306 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 1957 Lotus XI Le Mans. (84 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 1957 Lotus XI Le Mans. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 1420 kg more than 1957 Lotus XI Le Mans. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ferrari 400 | 1957 Lotus XI Le Mans | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lotus |
| Model | 400 | XI Le Mans |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4823 cc | 1096 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 72.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 66.7 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2240 mm |
