1985 Ferrari 400 vs. 2013 Lotus Evora
To start off, 2013 Lotus Evora is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ferrari 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ferrari 400 would be higher. In terms of performance, 1985 Ferrari 400 (306 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2013 Lotus Evora. (276 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 2013 Lotus Evora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 444 kg more than 2013 Lotus Evora. 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, 1985 Ferrari 400 (392 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Lotus Evora. (350 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1985 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Lotus Evora.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ferrari 400 | 2013 Lotus Evora | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lotus |
| Model | 400 | Evora |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 392 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1386 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2047 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1229 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2575 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 60 L |
