2003 Ferrari 360 vs. 1984 Lotus Etna
To start off, 2003 Ferrari 360 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Lotus Etna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Lotus Etna would be higher. At 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Lotus Etna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ferrari 360 (400 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1984 Lotus Etna. (331 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 1984 Lotus Etna.
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, 1984 Lotus Etna (408 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ferrari 360. (373 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1984 Lotus Etna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ferrari 360.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ferrari 360 | 1984 Lotus Etna | |
Make | Ferrari | Lotus |
Model | 360 | Etna |
Year Released | 2003 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 3586 cc | 3946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 331 HP |
Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 408 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 95.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 69.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 295 km/hour | 290 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 Length | 4480 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2520 mm |