1995 Ferrari F55 vs. 1998 Lotus GT 1
To start off, 1998 Lotus GT 1 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ferrari F55. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ferrari F55 would be higher. At 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Lotus GT 1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lotus GT 1 (580 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1995 Ferrari F55. (376 HP @ 8250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lotus GT 1 should accelerate faster than 1995 Ferrari F55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ferrari F55 weights approximately 465 kg more than 1998 Lotus GT 1.
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, 1995 Ferrari F55 (759 Nm) has 368 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lotus GT 1. (391 Nm). This means 1995 Ferrari F55 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lotus GT 1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ferrari F55 | 1998 Lotus GT 1 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lotus |
| Model | F55 | GT 1 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 3506 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 580 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 759 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Top Speed | 330 km/hour | 313 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1050 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2320 mm |
