1996 Ferrari F355 vs. 1998 Lotus Emme
To start off, 1998 Lotus Emme is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ferrari F355. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ferrari F355 would be higher. At 3,496 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Ferrari F355 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari F355 (380 HP) has 120 more horse power than 1998 Lotus Emme. (260 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 1998 Lotus Emme. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ferrari F355 weights approximately 1092 kg more than 1998 Lotus Emme. 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 F355 (364 Nm) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lotus Emme. (354 Nm). This means 1996 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lotus Emme.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ferrari F355 | 1998 Lotus Emme | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lotus |
| Model | F355 | Emme |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 2174 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 260 HP |
| Torque | 364 Nm | 354 Nm |
| Top Speed | 294 km/hour | 275 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 678 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2770 mm |
