2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello vs. 1987 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 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 @ 7250 RPM) has 336 more horse power than 1987 Lotus Esprit. (172 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello should accelerate faster than 1987 Lotus Esprit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello weights approximately 630 kg more than 1987 Lotus Esprit. 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, 2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello (588 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 367 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Lotus Esprit. (221 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Lotus Esprit.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello | 1987 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lotus |
| Model | 575M Maranello | Esprit |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1987 |
| 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 | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.9:1 |
| Top Speed | 325 km/hour | 222 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 Weight | 1734 kg | 1104 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 21.7 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 67 L |
