2006 Ferrari 612 vs. 1991 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 2006 Ferrari 612 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 5,752 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Ferrari 612 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ferrari 612 (541 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 369 more horse power than 1991 Lotus Esprit. (172 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 1991 Lotus Esprit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 165 kg more than 1991 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, 2006 Ferrari 612 (589 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 368 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Lotus Esprit. (221 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Lotus Esprit.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ferrari 612 | 1991 Lotus Esprit | |
Make | Ferrari | Lotus |
Model | 612 | Esprit |
Year Released | 2006 | 1991 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5752 cc | 2174 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 541 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 589 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1160 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 73 L |