1996 Ferrari F50 vs. 1998 Lotus Elise
To start off, 1998 Lotus Elise is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ferrari F50. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ferrari F50 would be higher. At 4,698 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Ferrari F50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari F50 (750 HP @ 10500 RPM) has 634 more horse power than 1998 Lotus Elise. (116 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari F50 should accelerate faster than 1998 Lotus Elise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ferrari F50 weights approximately 202 kg more than 1998 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 F50 (520 Nm) has 355 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lotus Elise. (165 Nm). This means 1996 Ferrari F50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Ferrari F50 | 1998 Lotus Elise | |
Make | Ferrari | Lotus |
Model | F50 | Elise |
Year Released | 1996 | 1998 |
Body Type | Roadster | Roadster |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 4698 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 750 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 10500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 520 Nm | 165 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 89.4 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 | 907 kg | 705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 40 L |