2009 Lotus Exige vs. 1957 Maserati 3500
To start off, 2009 Lotus Exige is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Maserati 3500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Maserati 3500 would be higher. At 3,485 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Maserati 3500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lotus Exige (257 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1957 Maserati 3500. (223 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1957 Maserati 3500.
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:
| 2009 Lotus Exige | 1957 Maserati 3500 | |
| Make | Lotus | Maserati |
| Model | Exige | 3500 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1957 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 3485 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 257 HP | 223 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2610 mm |
