2008 Maserati Coupe vs. 1994 Toyota Lexcen
To start off, 2008 Maserati Coupe is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Toyota Lexcen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Toyota Lexcen would be higher. At 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Maserati Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Maserati Coupe (400 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1994 Toyota Lexcen. (173 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Maserati Coupe should accelerate faster than 1994 Toyota Lexcen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Maserati Coupe weights approximately 520 kg more than 1994 Toyota Lexcen. 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, 2008 Maserati Coupe (460 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Toyota Lexcen. (295 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Maserati Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Toyota Lexcen. 2008 Maserati Coupe has automatic transmission and 1994 Toyota Lexcen has manual transmission. 1994 Toyota Lexcen will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Maserati Coupe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Maserati Coupe | 1994 Toyota Lexcen | |
| Make | Maserati | Toyota |
| Model | Coupe | Lexcen |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4244 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 295 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2740 mm |
