1996 Ferrari Maranello vs. 1966 Lotus Elan
To start off, 1996 Ferrari Maranello is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Lotus Elan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Lotus Elan would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Ferrari Maranello is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari Maranello (478 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 363 more horse power than 1966 Lotus Elan. (115 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari Maranello should accelerate faster than 1966 Lotus Elan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ferrari Maranello weights approximately 949 kg more than 1966 Lotus Elan. 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 Maranello (563 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 416 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Lotus Elan. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Ferrari Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Lotus Elan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ferrari Maranello | 1966 Lotus Elan | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lotus |
| Model | Maranello | Elan |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5474 cc | 1557 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 478 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 563 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 72.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 696 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 114 L | 45 L |
