1960 Maserati 5000 GT vs. 2010 Lexus LS
To start off, 2010 Lexus LS is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Maserati 5000 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Maserati 5000 GT would be higher. At 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 1960 Maserati 5000 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lexus LS (380 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1960 Maserati 5000 GT. (335 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 1960 Maserati 5000 GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lexus LS weights approximately 465 kg more than 1960 Maserati 5000 GT. 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. 2010 Lexus LS has automatic transmission and 1960 Maserati 5000 GT has manual transmission. 1960 Maserati 5000 GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Lexus LS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Maserati 5000 GT | 2010 Lexus LS | |
| Make | Maserati | Lexus |
| Model | 5000 GT | LS |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4941 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 5179 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1875 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3091 mm |
