1986 Ferrari Testarossa vs. 1964 Lotus Elan
To start off, 1986 Ferrari Testarossa is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Lotus Elan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Lotus Elan would be higher. At 4,941 cc (12 cylinders), 1986 Ferrari Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ferrari Testarossa (390 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 290 more horse power than 1964 Lotus Elan. (100 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1964 Lotus Elan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ferrari Testarossa weights approximately 910 kg more than 1964 Lotus Elan. 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 Testarossa (475 Nm) has 337 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Lotus Elan. (138 Nm). This means 1986 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Lotus Elan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ferrari Testarossa | 1964 Lotus Elan | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lotus |
| Model | Testarossa | Elan |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1964 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4941 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 72.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 290 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2140 mm |
