1999 Ferrari F50 vs. 1994 Lotus Elan
To start off, 1999 Ferrari F50 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Lotus Elan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Lotus Elan would be higher. At 4,698 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 Ferrari F50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ferrari F50 (671 HP @ 10497 RPM) has 508 more horse power than 1994 Lotus Elan. (163 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ferrari F50 should accelerate faster than 1994 Lotus Elan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Lotus Elan weights approximately 20 kg more than 1999 Ferrari F50.
Because 1999 Ferrari F50 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 Ferrari F50. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Lotus Elan, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1999 Ferrari F50 (521 Nm @ 8000 RPM) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Lotus Elan. (204 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1999 Ferrari F50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Lotus Elan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ferrari F50 | 1994 Lotus Elan | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lotus |
| Model | F50 | Elan |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4698 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 671 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 10497 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 521 Nm | 204 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 8000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2260 mm |
