1961 Lotus Elite vs. 1960 Maserati 5000 GT
To start off, 1961 Lotus Elite is newer by 1 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, 1960 Maserati 5000 GT (335 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 1961 Lotus Elite. (83 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Maserati 5000 GT should accelerate faster than 1961 Lotus Elite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Maserati 5000 GT weights approximately 920 kg more than 1961 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Lotus Elite | 1960 Maserati 5000 GT | |
| Make | Lotus | Maserati |
| Model | Elite | 5000 GT |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1960 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1216 cc | 4941 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 580 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2610 mm |
