1986 Maserati 420 vs. 2011 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2011 Lotus Exige is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Maserati 420. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Maserati 420 would be higher. At 1,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Maserati 420 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lotus Exige (240 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1986 Maserati 420. (217 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1986 Maserati 420. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Maserati 420 weights approximately 233 kg more than 2011 Lotus Exige.
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, 1986 Maserati 420 (258 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Lotus Exige. (230 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1986 Maserati 420 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Lotus Exige.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Maserati 420 | 2011 Lotus Exige | |
Make | Maserati | Lotus |
Model | 420 | Exige |
Year Released | 1986 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 258 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 942 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3797 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1727 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1158 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2299 mm |