2003 Ferrari 360 vs. 2008 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2008 Lotus Exige is newer by 5 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 3,586 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ferrari 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ferrari 360 (400 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 2008 Lotus Exige. (189 HP @ 7800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 2008 Lotus Exige. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ferrari 360 weights approximately 368 kg more than 2008 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, 2003 Ferrari 360 (374 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Lotus Exige. (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 2003 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Lotus Exige.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ferrari 360 | 2008 Lotus Exige | |
Make | Ferrari | Lotus |
Model | 360 | Exige |
Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 3586 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 7800 RPM |
Torque | 374 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 12.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 300 km/hour | 237 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.1 seconds | 5.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 916 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 40 L |