2008 Lotus Elise vs. 1985 Maserati 420
To start off, 2008 Lotus Elise is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Maserati 420. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Maserati 420 would be higher. At 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Maserati 420 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Maserati 420 (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2008 Lotus Elise. (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Maserati 420 should accelerate faster than 2008 Lotus Elise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Maserati 420 weights approximately 397 kg more than 2008 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. Let's talk about torque, 1985 Maserati 420 (308 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Lotus Elise. (168 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Maserati 420 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Lotus Elise | 1985 Maserati 420 | |
Make | Lotus | Maserati |
Model | Elise | 420 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1985 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1795 cc | 2491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 308 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 1182 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2610 mm |