2000 Lotus M250 vs. 1962 Maserati 5000 GT
To start off, 2000 Lotus M250 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Maserati 5000 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Maserati 5000 GT would be higher. At 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Maserati 5000 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Maserati 5000 GT (335 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 2000 Lotus M250. (176 HP @ 7800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Maserati 5000 GT should accelerate faster than 2000 Lotus M250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Maserati 5000 GT weights approximately 825 kg more than 2000 Lotus M250. 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:
| 2000 Lotus M250 | 1962 Maserati 5000 GT | |
| Make | Lotus | Maserati |
| Model | M250 | 5000 GT |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 4941 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2610 mm |
