1988 Ferrari Testarossa vs. 2002 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2002 Lotus Exige is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ferrari Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ferrari Testarossa would be higher. At 4,942 cc (12 cylinders), 1988 Ferrari Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ferrari Testarossa (385 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 2002 Lotus Exige. (177 HP @ 7800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 2002 Lotus Exige. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ferrari Testarossa weights approximately 805 kg more than 2002 Lotus Exige. 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 Testarossa (500 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lotus Exige. (181 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1988 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lotus Exige.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Ferrari Testarossa | 2002 Lotus Exige | |
Make | Ferrari | Lotus |
Model | Testarossa | Exige |
Year Released | 1988 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 385 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7800 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 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 | 1585 kg | 780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1190 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2310 mm |