2000 Ferrari F1 2000 vs. 1988 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 2000 Ferrari F1 2000 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 2,997 cc (10 cylinders), 2000 Ferrari F1 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ferrari F1 2000 (771 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 556 more horse power than 1988 Lotus Esprit. (215 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ferrari F1 2000 should accelerate faster than 1988 Lotus Esprit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ferrari F1 2000 weights approximately 502 kg more than 1988 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 F1 2000 (373 Nm) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lotus Esprit. (298 Nm). This means 2000 Ferrari F1 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lotus Esprit.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ferrari F1 2000 | 1988 Lotus Esprit | |
Make | Ferrari | Lotus |
Model | F1 2000 | Esprit |
Year Released | 2000 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 2997 cc | 2174 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 771 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 298 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 1 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1188 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 970 mm | 1160 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 31 L |