1986 Ferrari 412 GT vs. 2005 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 2005 Lotus Esprit is newer by 19 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, 2005 Lotus Esprit (349 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1986 Ferrari 412 GT. (340 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1986 Ferrari 412 GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ferrari 412 GT weights approximately 505 kg more than 2005 Lotus Esprit.
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 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lotus Esprit. (400 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1986 Ferrari 412 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lotus Esprit.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Ferrari 412 GT | 2005 Lotus Esprit | |
Make | Ferrari | Lotus |
Model | 412 GT | Esprit |
Year Released | 1986 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 3506 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 349 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 451 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 8.1:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1160 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2430 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 73 L |