1986 Ferrari 328 GTS vs. 1974 Lotus Eclat
To start off, 1986 Ferrari 328 GTS is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Lotus Eclat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Lotus Eclat would be higher. At 3,185 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Ferrari 328 GTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ferrari 328 GTS (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1974 Lotus Eclat. (160 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari 328 GTS should accelerate faster than 1974 Lotus Eclat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ferrari 328 GTS weights approximately 293 kg more than 1974 Lotus Eclat. 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, 1986 Ferrari 328 GTS (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lotus Eclat. (191 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1986 Ferrari 328 GTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lotus Eclat.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Ferrari 328 GTS | 1974 Lotus Eclat | |
Make | Ferrari | Lotus |
Model | 328 GTS | Eclat |
Year Released | 1986 | 1974 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3185 cc | 1973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 270 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 191 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 95.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73.6 mm | 69.3 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1273 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 67 L |