1994 Ferrari 512 TR vs. 1986 Lotus Excel
To start off, 1994 Ferrari 512 TR is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Lotus Excel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Lotus Excel would be higher. At 4,943 cc, 1994 Ferrari 512 TR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ferrari 512 TR (423 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 1986 Lotus Excel. (180 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ferrari 512 TR should accelerate faster than 1986 Lotus Excel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ferrari 512 TR weights approximately 393 kg more than 1986 Lotus Excel. 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, 1994 Ferrari 512 TR (501 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Lotus Excel. (224 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1994 Ferrari 512 TR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Lotus Excel. 1986 Lotus Excel has automatic transmission and 1994 Ferrari 512 TR has manual transmission. 1994 Ferrari 512 TR will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 Lotus Excel will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Ferrari 512 TR | 1986 Lotus Excel | |
Make | Ferrari | Lotus |
Model | 512 TR | Excel |
Year Released | 1994 | 1986 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4943 cc | 2174 cc |
Horse Power | 423 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 501 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 95.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 76.2 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1177 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1020 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2490 mm |