2001 Ferrari 456M vs. 1999 Lotec C 1000
To start off, 2001 Ferrari 456M is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Lotec C 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Lotec C 1000 would be higher. At 5,498 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Lotec C 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lotec C 1000 (843 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 407 more horse power than 2001 Ferrari 456M. (436 HP @ 7250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lotec C 1000 should accelerate faster than 2001 Ferrari 456M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ferrari 456M weights approximately 690 kg more than 1999 Lotec C 1000.
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 Lotec C 1000 (990 Nm) has 450 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ferrari 456M. (540 Nm). This means 1999 Lotec C 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ferrari 456M.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ferrari 456M | 1999 Lotec C 1000 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lotec |
| Model | 456M | C 1000 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5473 cc | 5498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 436 HP | 843 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 990 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1150 mm |
