1985 Ferrari Testarossa vs. 2002 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 2002 Lotus Esprit is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ferrari Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ferrari Testarossa would be higher. At 4,941 cc (12 cylinders), 1985 Ferrari Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ferrari Testarossa (385 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 2002 Lotus Esprit. (240 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 2002 Lotus Esprit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ferrari Testarossa weights approximately 277 kg more than 2002 Lotus Esprit. 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 Testarossa (500 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lotus Esprit. (294 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1985 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lotus Esprit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ferrari Testarossa | 2002 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lotus |
| Model | Testarossa | Esprit |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4941 cc | 1974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1308 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2430 mm |
