2000 Lotus GT 1 vs. 2006 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2006 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Lotus GT 1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Lotus GT 1 would be higher. At 4,245 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lotus GT 1 (573 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 2006 Maserati Quattroporte. (395 HP @ 7250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lotus GT 1 should accelerate faster than 2006 Maserati Quattroporte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 624 kg more than 2000 Lotus GT 1.
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, 2006 Maserati Quattroporte (442 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Lotus GT 1. (391 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2006 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Lotus GT 1.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Lotus GT 1 | 2006 Maserati Quattroporte | |
Make | Lotus | Maserati |
Model | GT 1 | Quattroporte |
Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3506 cc | 4245 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 573 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 7250 RPM |
Torque | 391 Nm | 442 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1674 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2080 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3070 mm |