2001 Ferrari 360 vs. 1999 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 2001 Ferrari 360 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 3,586 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ferrari 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ferrari 360 (400 HP) has 50 more horse power than 1999 Lotus Esprit. (350 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 1999 Lotus Esprit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ferrari 360 weights approximately 312 kg more than 1999 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, 1999 Lotus Esprit (400 Nm) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ferrari 360. (375 Nm). This means 1999 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ferrari 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ferrari 360 | 1999 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lotus |
| Model | 360 | Esprit |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3586 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 350 HP |
| Torque | 375 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| 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 | 1378 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2440 mm |
