1958 Maserati 300 vs. 2011 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2011 Lotus Elise is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Maserati 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Maserati 300 would be higher. At 2,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Maserati 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Maserati 300 (243 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2011 Lotus Elise. (189 HP @ 7800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Maserati 300 should accelerate faster than 2011 Lotus Elise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lotus Elise weights approximately 162 kg more than 1958 Maserati 300.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Maserati 300 | 2011 Lotus Elise | |
| Make | Maserati | Lotus |
| Model | 300 | Elise |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2992 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 243 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 912 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3785 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 990 mm | 1118 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2299 mm |
