1988 Ferrari 328 GTS vs. 2012 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2012 Lotus Elise is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS would be higher. At 3,185 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2012 Lotus Elise. (189 HP @ 7800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS should accelerate faster than 2012 Lotus Elise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS weights approximately 361 kg more than 2012 Lotus Elise. 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, 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Lotus Elise. (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Ferrari 328 GTS | 2012 Lotus Elise | |
Make | Ferrari | Lotus |
Model | 328 GTS | Elise |
Year Released | 1988 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 3185 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 270 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7800 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 6800 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 | 1273 kg | 912 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3785 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1118 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2299 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 44 L |