1966 Lotus Seven vs. 1962 Maserati 3500
To start off, 1966 Lotus Seven is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Maserati 3500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Maserati 3500 would be higher. At 3,485 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Maserati 3500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Maserati 3500 (232 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1966 Lotus Seven. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Maserati 3500 should accelerate faster than 1966 Lotus Seven. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Maserati 3500 weights approximately 898 kg more than 1966 Lotus Seven. 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:
| 1966 Lotus Seven | 1962 Maserati 3500 | |
| Make | Lotus | Maserati |
| Model | Seven | 3500 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1962 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 3485 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 432 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3360 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2610 mm |
