2003 Ferrari 360 vs. 2004 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 2004 Lotus Esprit is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ferrari 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ferrari 360 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ferrari 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ferrari 360 (400 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2004 Lotus Esprit. (350 HP @ 7800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 2004 Lotus Esprit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ferrari 360 weights approximately 70 kg more than 2004 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, 2004 Lotus Esprit (400 Nm) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ferrari 360. (373 Nm). This means 2004 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ferrari 360.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ferrari 360 | 2004 Lotus Esprit | |
Make | Ferrari | Lotus |
Model | 360 | Esprit |
Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 3507 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 7800 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 400 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1160 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2430 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 17.9 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 70 L |