1993 Ferrari 512 TR vs. 1979 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 1993 Ferrari 512 TR is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 4,943 cc, 1993 Ferrari 512 TR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Ferrari 512 TR (422 HP) has 262 more horse power than 1979 Lotus Esprit. (160 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ferrari 512 TR should accelerate faster than 1979 Lotus Esprit.
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, 1993 Ferrari 512 TR (501 Nm) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Lotus Esprit. (217 Nm). This means 1993 Ferrari 512 TR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Lotus Esprit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Ferrari 512 TR | 1979 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lotus |
| Model | 512 TR | Esprit |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4943 cc | 2174 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 422 HP | 160 HP |
| Torque | 501 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2440 mm |
