1996 Ferrari F512 M vs. 2005 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2005 Lotus Exige is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ferrari F512 M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ferrari F512 M 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 133 more horse power than 2005 Lotus Exige. (243 HP @ 7800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari F512 M should accelerate faster than 2005 Lotus Exige. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ferrari F512 M weights approximately 585 kg more than 2005 Lotus Exige. 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 483 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lotus Exige. (236 Nm). This means 1996 Ferrari F512 M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lotus Exige.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ferrari F512 M | 2005 Lotus Exige | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lotus |
| Model | F512 M | Exige |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 7255 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 243 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 719 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 85 mm |
| Top Speed | 320 km/hour | 249 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2090 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2310 mm |
