1979 Lotus Esprit vs. 1957 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500
To start off, 1979 Lotus Esprit is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500 would be higher. At 3,483 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500 (196 HP) has 36 more horse power than 1979 Lotus Esprit. (160 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500 should accelerate faster than 1979 Lotus Esprit.
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, 1957 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500 (345 Nm) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Lotus Esprit. (217 Nm). This means 1957 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Lotus Esprit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Lotus Esprit | 1957 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500 | |
| Make | Lotus | Maserati |
| Model | Esprit | Gran Turismo 3500 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2174 cc | 3483 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 196 HP |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2610 mm |
