1959 Lotus Elite vs. 2008 Maserati Coupe
To start off, 2008 Maserati Coupe is newer by 49 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 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Maserati Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Maserati Coupe (400 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 329 more horse power than 1959 Lotus Elite. (71 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Maserati Coupe should accelerate faster than 1959 Lotus Elite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Maserati Coupe weights approximately 1300 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, 2008 Maserati Coupe (460 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 356 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Lotus Elite. (104 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 Maserati Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Lotus Elite. 2008 Maserati Coupe has automatic transmission and 1959 Lotus Elite has manual transmission. 1959 Lotus Elite will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Maserati Coupe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Lotus Elite | 2008 Maserati Coupe | |
| Make | Lotus | Maserati |
| Model | Elite | Coupe |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1216 cc | 4244 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 580 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 80 L |
