2000 Ferrari 550 vs. 1981 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 2000 Ferrari 550 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Ferrari 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ferrari 550 (478 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 320 more horse power than 1981 Lotus Esprit. (158 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ferrari 550 should accelerate faster than 1981 Lotus Esprit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ferrari 550 weights approximately 570 kg more than 1981 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, 2000 Ferrari 550 (563 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 342 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Lotus Esprit. (221 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2000 Ferrari 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Lotus Esprit.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ferrari 550 | 1981 Lotus Esprit | |
Make | Ferrari | Lotus |
Model | 550 | Esprit |
Year Released | 2000 | 1981 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5474 cc | 2174 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 478 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 563 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 114 L | 67 L |