2008 Maserati Coupe vs. 2011 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2011 Lotus Elise is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Maserati Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Maserati Coupe 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 (385 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 2011 Lotus Elise. (217 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Maserati Coupe should accelerate faster than 2011 Lotus Elise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Maserati Coupe weights approximately 644 kg more than 2011 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, 2008 Maserati Coupe (451 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Lotus Elise. (210 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Maserati Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Maserati Coupe | 2011 Lotus Elise | |
Make | Maserati | Lotus |
Model | Coupe | Elise |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4244 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 385 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 451 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 926 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3785 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1118 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2299 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 44 L |