1996 Ferrari F355 vs. 2000 Lotus GT 1
To start off, 2000 Lotus GT 1 is newer by 4 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 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Lotus GT 1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lotus GT 1 (573 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1996 Ferrari F355. (380 HP @ 8250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lotus GT 1 should accelerate faster than 1996 Ferrari F355. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ferrari F355 weights approximately 720 kg more than 2000 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, 2000 Lotus GT 1 (391 Nm) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ferrari F355. (364 Nm). This means 2000 Lotus GT 1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ferrari F355.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ferrari F355 | 2000 Lotus GT 1 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lotus |
| Model | F355 | GT 1 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2000 |
| 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 | 380 HP | 573 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 364 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2690 mm |
