2003 Ferrari 360 vs. 1995 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 2003 Ferrari 360 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 3,586 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ferrari 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ferrari 360 (420 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1995 Lotus Esprit. (286 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 1995 Lotus Esprit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Lotus Esprit weights approximately 64 kg more than 2003 Ferrari 360.
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, 2003 Ferrari 360 (374 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lotus Esprit. (354 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2003 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lotus Esprit.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ferrari 360 | 1995 Lotus Esprit | |
Make | Ferrari | Lotus |
Model | 360 | Esprit |
Year Released | 2003 | 1995 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 3586 cc | 2174 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 420 HP | 286 HP |
Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 374 Nm | 354 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 95.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 76.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1339 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2430 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 73 L |