2001 Lotus Elise vs. 1960 Maserati 3500
To start off, 2001 Lotus Elise is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Maserati 3500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Maserati 3500 would be higher. At 3,485 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Maserati 3500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Maserati 3500 (223 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2001 Lotus Elise. (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Maserati 3500 should accelerate faster than 2001 Lotus Elise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Maserati 3500 weights approximately 450 kg more than 2001 Lotus Elise. 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:
| 2001 Lotus Elise | 1960 Maserati 3500 | |
| Make | Lotus | Maserati |
| Model | Elise | 3500 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1960 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 3485 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 223 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2510 mm |
