2000 Ferrari 360 vs. 2000 Lotus Extreme

To start off, both 2000 Ferrari 360 and 2000 Lotus Extreme were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,586 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ferrari 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ferrari 360 (395 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 275 more horse power than 2000 Lotus Extreme. (120 HP @ 7800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 2000 Lotus Extreme. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ferrari 360 weights approximately 888 kg more than 2000 Lotus Extreme. 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, 2000 Ferrari 360 (373 Nm) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Lotus Extreme. (180 Nm). This means 2000 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Lotus Extreme.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Ferrari 360 2000 Lotus Extreme
Make Ferrari Lotus
Model 360 Extreme
Year Released 2000 2000
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 3586 cc 700 cc
Horse Power 395 HP 120 HP
Engine RPM 8500 RPM 7800 RPM
Torque 373 Nm 180 Nm
Top Speed 295 km/hour 241 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 1344 kg 456 kg
Vehicle Length 4480 mm 3510 mm
Vehicle Width 1930 mm 1810 mm
Wheelbase Size 2610 mm 2420 mm


 

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