1966 Lotus Elan vs. 1982 Maserati Bi Turbo
To start off, 1982 Maserati Bi Turbo is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Lotus Elan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Lotus Elan would be higher. At 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Maserati Bi Turbo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Maserati Bi Turbo (202 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1966 Lotus Elan. (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Maserati Bi Turbo should accelerate faster than 1966 Lotus Elan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Maserati Bi Turbo weights approximately 399 kg more than 1966 Lotus Elan. 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, 1982 Maserati Bi Turbo (258 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Lotus Elan. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1982 Maserati Bi Turbo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Lotus Elan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Lotus Elan | 1982 Maserati Bi Turbo | |
| Make | Lotus | Maserati |
| Model | Elan | Bi Turbo |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1982 |
| Engine Size | 1557 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 696 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2510 mm |
