2005 Ferrari Enzo vs. 1963 Lotus Elan
To start off, 2005 Ferrari Enzo is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Lotus Elan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Lotus Elan would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Ferrari Enzo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ferrari Enzo (652 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 552 more horse power than 1963 Lotus Elan. (100 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ferrari Enzo should accelerate faster than 1963 Lotus Elan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ferrari Enzo weights approximately 711 kg more than 1963 Lotus Elan. 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 Enzo (657 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 519 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Lotus Elan. (138 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2005 Ferrari Enzo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Lotus Elan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ferrari Enzo | 1963 Lotus Elan | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lotus |
| Model | Enzo | Elan |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1963 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 652 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 657 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | 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 | 1305 kg | 594 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 45 L |
