2002 Ferrari 456M vs. 2008 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2008 Lotus Exige is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ferrari 456M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ferrari 456M would be higher. At 5,499 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 Ferrari 456M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ferrari 456M (400 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 2008 Lotus Exige. (189 HP @ 7800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ferrari 456M should accelerate faster than 2008 Lotus Exige. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ferrari 456M weights approximately 854 kg more than 2008 Lotus Exige. 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 456M (551 Nm) has 371 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Lotus Exige. (180 Nm). This means 2002 Ferrari 456M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Lotus Exige.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ferrari 456M | 2008 Lotus Exige | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lotus |
| Model | 456M | Exige |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5499 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 551 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.2 seconds | 5.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 916 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 40 L |
