1991 Ferrari 512 TR vs. 1963 Lotus Elan
To start off, 1991 Ferrari 512 TR is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Lotus Elan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Lotus Elan would be higher. At 4,943 cc, 1991 Ferrari 512 TR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ferrari 512 TR (422 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 322 more horse power than 1963 Lotus Elan. (100 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ferrari 512 TR should accelerate faster than 1963 Lotus Elan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ferrari 512 TR weights approximately 976 kg more than 1963 Lotus Elan. 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, 1991 Ferrari 512 TR (501 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 363 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Lotus Elan. (138 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1991 Ferrari 512 TR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Lotus Elan.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Ferrari 512 TR | 1963 Lotus Elan | |
Make | Ferrari | Lotus |
Model | 512 TR | Elan |
Year Released | 1991 | 1963 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4943 cc | 1498 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 422 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 501 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3750 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 | 1570 kg | 594 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2140 mm |