2004 Ferrari 360 vs. 1998 Lotus Emme
To start off, 2004 Ferrari 360 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Lotus Emme. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Lotus Emme would be higher. At 3,586 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ferrari 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ferrari 360 (395 HP) has 135 more horse power than 1998 Lotus Emme. (260 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 1998 Lotus Emme. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ferrari 360 weights approximately 692 kg more than 1998 Lotus Emme. 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 Ferrari 360 (363 Nm) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lotus Emme. (354 Nm). This means 2004 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lotus Emme.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ferrari 360 | 1998 Lotus Emme | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lotus |
| Model | 360 | Emme |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| 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 | 395 HP | 260 HP |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 354 Nm |
| Top Speed | 293 km/hour | 275 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 678 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2770 mm |
