2002 Ferrari Maranello vs. 1987 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 2002 Ferrari Maranello is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 Ferrari Maranello is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ferrari Maranello (509 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 337 more horse power than 1987 Lotus Esprit. (172 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ferrari Maranello should accelerate faster than 1987 Lotus Esprit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ferrari Maranello weights approximately 571 kg more than 1987 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, 2002 Ferrari Maranello (589 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 368 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Lotus Esprit. (221 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2002 Ferrari Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Lotus Esprit.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ferrari Maranello | 1987 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lotus |
| Model | Maranello | Esprit |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 2174 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 509 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 589 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.9:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1104 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 67 L |
