1996 Ferrari F355 vs. 2008 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2008 Lotus Elise is newer by 12 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 @ 8250 RPM) has 260 more horse power than 2008 Lotus Elise. (120 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 2008 Lotus Elise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ferrari F355 weights approximately 889 kg more than 2008 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 F355 (364 Nm) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Lotus Elise. (168 Nm). This means 1996 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Ferrari F355 | 2008 Lotus Elise | |
Make | Ferrari | Lotus |
Model | F355 | Elise |
Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 380 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 364 Nm | 168 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 80.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 89.3 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 881 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2310 mm |