2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena vs. 1964 Lotus Elan
To start off, 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Lotus Elan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Lotus Elan would be higher. At 3,572 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena (400 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 300 more horse power than 1964 Lotus Elan. (100 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena should accelerate faster than 1964 Lotus Elan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena weights approximately 1100 kg more than 1964 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, 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena (773 Nm) has 635 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Lotus Elan. (138 Nm). This means 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Lotus Elan.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena | 1964 Lotus Elan | |
Make | Ferrari | Lotus |
Model | KS 360 Modena | Elan |
Year Released | 2000 | 1964 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3572 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 773 Nm | 138 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 72.7 mm |
Top Speed | 329 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
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 | 590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2140 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 45 L |