2000 Lotus M250 vs. 1972 Maserati Bora
To start off, 2000 Lotus M250 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Maserati Bora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Maserati Bora would be higher. At 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Maserati Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Maserati Bora (306 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2000 Lotus M250. (176 HP @ 7800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Maserati Bora should accelerate faster than 2000 Lotus M250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Maserati Bora weights approximately 750 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. Let's talk about torque, 1972 Maserati Bora (470 Nm) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Lotus M250. (180 Nm). This means 1972 Maserati Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Lotus M250.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Lotus M250 | 1972 Maserati Bora | |
| Make | Lotus | Maserati |
| Model | M250 | Bora |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 4719 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 470 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1100 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2610 mm |
