2003 Ferrari 612 vs. 1998 Lotus GT 1
To start off, 2003 Ferrari 612 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Lotus GT 1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Lotus GT 1 would be higher. At 5,746 cc (12 cylinders), 2003 Ferrari 612 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lotus GT 1 (580 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2003 Ferrari 612. (541 HP @ 7250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lotus GT 1 should accelerate faster than 2003 Ferrari 612. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 790 kg more than 1998 Lotus GT 1.
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 612 (588 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lotus GT 1. (391 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2003 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lotus GT 1. 2003 Ferrari 612 has automatic transmission and 1998 Lotus GT 1 has manual transmission. 1998 Lotus GT 1 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Ferrari 612 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ferrari 612 | 1998 Lotus GT 1 | |
Make | Ferrari | Lotus |
Model | 612 | GT 1 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5746 cc | 3506 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 541 HP | 580 HP |
Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Torque | 588 Nm | 391 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 2080 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1110 mm |