1990 Ferrari F40 vs. 1993 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 1993 Lotus Esprit is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ferrari F40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ferrari F40 would be higher. At 2,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Ferrari F40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ferrari F40 (622 HP @ 7700 RPM) has 450 more horse power than 1993 Lotus Esprit. (172 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ferrari F40 should accelerate faster than 1993 Lotus Esprit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Lotus Esprit weights approximately 75 kg more than 1990 Ferrari F40.
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, 1990 Ferrari F40 (720 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 499 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Lotus Esprit. (221 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1990 Ferrari F40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Lotus Esprit.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Ferrari F40 | 1993 Lotus Esprit | |
Make | Ferrari | Lotus |
Model | F40 | Esprit |
Year Released | 1990 | 1993 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 2997 cc | 2172 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 622 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 7700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 720 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 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 | 1100 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1160 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 73 L |