2000 Lotus M250 vs. 1988 Maserati 420
To start off, 2000 Lotus M250 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Maserati 420. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Maserati 420 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Lotus M250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Maserati 420 (217 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2000 Lotus M250. (176 HP @ 7800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Maserati 420 should accelerate faster than 2000 Lotus M250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Maserati 420 weights approximately 500 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, 1988 Maserati 420 (259 Nm) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Lotus M250. (180 Nm). This means 1988 Maserati 420 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Lotus M250.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Lotus M250 | 1988 Maserati 420 | |
| Make | Lotus | Maserati |
| Model | M250 | 420 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 259 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2610 mm |
