1959 Lotus Elite vs. 2005 Maserati Coupe
To start off, 2005 Maserati Coupe is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Lotus Elite. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Lotus Elite would be higher. At 4,254 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Maserati Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Maserati Coupe (395 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 324 more horse power than 1959 Lotus Elite. (71 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Maserati Coupe should accelerate faster than 1959 Lotus Elite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Maserati Coupe weights approximately 990 kg more than 1959 Lotus Elite. 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 Maserati Coupe (452 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 348 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Lotus Elite. (104 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2005 Maserati Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Lotus Elite.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Lotus Elite | 2005 Maserati Coupe | |
| Make | Lotus | Maserati |
| Model | Elite | Coupe |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1216 cc | 4254 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 452 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 580 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 88 L |
