1989 Ferrari F40 vs. 2012 Lotus Evora
To start off, 2012 Lotus Evora 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Lotus Evora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ferrari F40 (622 HP @ 7700 RPM) has 346 more horse power than 2012 Lotus Evora. (276 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari F40 should accelerate faster than 2012 Lotus Evora.
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 371 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Lotus Evora. (349 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1989 Ferrari F40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Lotus Evora.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ferrari F40 | 2012 Lotus Evora | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lotus |
| Model | F40 | Evora |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 622 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7700 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 720 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4341 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1222 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2576 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 59 L |
