1996 Ferrari F512 M vs. 1984 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 1996 Ferrari F512 M is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 7,255 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Ferrari F512 M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari F512 M (376 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 1984 Lotus Esprit. (158 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari F512 M should accelerate faster than 1984 Lotus Esprit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ferrari F512 M weights approximately 448 kg more than 1984 Lotus Esprit. 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 F512 M (719 Nm) has 502 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Lotus Esprit. (217 Nm). This means 1996 Ferrari F512 M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Lotus Esprit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ferrari F512 M | 1984 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lotus |
| Model | F512 M | Esprit |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 7255 cc | 2174 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 719 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1067 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2090 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2490 mm |
