1989 Ferrari F40 vs. 1998 Lotus Elise
To start off, 1998 Lotus Elise is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ferrari F40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ferrari F40 would be higher. At 2,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Ferrari F40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ferrari F40 (622 HP @ 7700 RPM) has 435 more horse power than 1998 Lotus Elise. (187 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari F40 should accelerate faster than 1998 Lotus Elise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ferrari F40 weights approximately 390 kg more than 1998 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, 1989 Ferrari F40 (720 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 527 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lotus Elise. (193 Nm @ 5600 RPM). This means 1989 Ferrari F40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Ferrari F40 | 1998 Lotus Elise | |
Make | Ferrari | Lotus |
Model | F40 | Elise |
Year Released | 1989 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 2997 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 622 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 7700 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 720 Nm | 193 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 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 | 1104 kg | 714 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2310 mm |