1996 Ferrari 512 M vs. 2007 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2007 Lotus Elise is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ferrari 512 M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ferrari 512 M would be higher. At 4,942 cc, 1996 Ferrari 512 M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari 512 M (422 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 2007 Lotus Elise. (190 HP @ 7800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari 512 M should accelerate faster than 2007 Lotus Elise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ferrari 512 M weights approximately 559 kg more than 2007 Lotus Elise. 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, 1996 Ferrari 512 M (500 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 313 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lotus Elise. (187 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 1996 Ferrari 512 M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Ferrari 512 M | 2007 Lotus Elise | |
Make | Ferrari | Lotus |
Model | 512 M | Elise |
Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1796 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 422 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 7800 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 896 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2310 mm |