2002 Ferrari 360 vs. 1963 Lotus Elan
To start off, 2002 Ferrari 360 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Lotus Elan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Lotus Elan would be higher. At 3,586 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Ferrari 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ferrari 360 (400 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 300 more horse power than 1963 Lotus Elan. (100 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 1963 Lotus Elan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ferrari 360 weights approximately 856 kg more than 1963 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, 2002 Ferrari 360 (373 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Lotus Elan. (138 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2002 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Lotus Elan.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Ferrari 360 | 1963 Lotus Elan | |
Make | Ferrari | Lotus |
Model | 360 | Elan |
Year Released | 2002 | 1963 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3586 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 | 8500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 72.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 293 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 | 1450 kg | 594 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2140 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 45 L |