1986 Ferrari 412 GT vs. 1999 Lotus M250
To start off, 1999 Lotus M250 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ferrari 412 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ferrari 412 GT would be higher. At 4,942 cc (12 cylinders), 1986 Ferrari 412 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ferrari 412 GT (340 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1999 Lotus M250. (247 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari 412 GT should accelerate faster than 1999 Lotus M250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ferrari 412 GT weights approximately 935 kg more than 1999 Lotus M250. 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 412 GT (451 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lotus M250. (321 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Ferrari 412 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lotus M250.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ferrari 412 GT | 1999 Lotus M250 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lotus |
| Model | 412 GT | M250 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1180 mm |
