2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello vs. 1986 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 5,748 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello (508 HP) has 293 more horse power than 1986 Lotus Esprit. (215 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello should accelerate faster than 1986 Lotus Esprit.
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, 2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello (588 Nm) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Lotus Esprit. (405 Nm). This means 2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Lotus Esprit.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello | 1986 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lotus |
| Model | 575M Maranello | Esprit |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5748 cc | 2174 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 508 HP | 215 HP |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 405 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Top Speed | 325 km/hour | 246 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2440 mm |
