2003 Ferrari 360 vs. 2012 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2012 Lotus Elise is newer by 9 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 2012 Lotus Elise. (189 HP @ 7800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 2012 Lotus Elise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ferrari 360 weights approximately 372 kg more than 2012 Lotus Elise. 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 2012 Lotus Elise. (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 2003 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ferrari 360 | 2012 Lotus Elise | |
Make | Ferrari | Lotus |
Model | 360 | Elise |
Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 3586 cc | 1800 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 |
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 | 1284 kg | 912 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3785 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1118 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2299 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 44 L |