2002 Ferrari 575M Maranello vs. 2005 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2005 Lotus Exige is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ferrari 575M Maranello. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ferrari 575M Maranello would be higher. At 5,747 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 Ferrari 575M Maranello is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ferrari 575M Maranello (508 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2005 Lotus Exige. (396 HP @ 7750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ferrari 575M Maranello should accelerate faster than 2005 Lotus Exige. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ferrari 575M Maranello weights approximately 840 kg more than 2005 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 575M Maranello (589 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lotus Exige. (400 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2002 Ferrari 575M Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lotus Exige.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Ferrari 575M Maranello | 2005 Lotus Exige | |
Make | Ferrari | Lotus |
Model | 575M Maranello | Exige |
Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5747 cc | 2998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 508 HP | 396 HP |
Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 7750 RPM |
Torque | 589 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
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 | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1160 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2310 mm |