1989 Ferrari F40 vs. 2012 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2012 Lotus Elise is newer by 23 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 2,936 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Ferrari F40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ferrari F40 (640 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 451 more horse power than 2012 Lotus Elise. (189 HP @ 7800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari F40 should accelerate faster than 2012 Lotus Elise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ferrari F40 weights approximately 351 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, 1989 Ferrari F40 (721 Nm) has 541 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Lotus Elise. (180 Nm). This means 1989 Ferrari F40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ferrari F40 | 2012 Lotus Elise | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lotus |
| Model | F40 | Elise |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2936 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 640 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 721 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1263 kg | 912 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2299 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 44 L |
