1941 Aston Martin 15 vs. 2012 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2012 Lotus Exige is newer by 71 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1941 Aston Martin 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1941 Aston Martin 15 would be higher. At 1,950 cc (4 cylinders), 1941 Aston Martin 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1941 Aston Martin 15 weights approximately 211 kg more than 2012 Lotus Exige.
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:
1941 Aston Martin 15 | 2012 Lotus Exige | |
Make | Aston Martin | Lotus |
Model | 15 | Exige |
Year Released | 1941 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1950 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 257 HP |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 909 kg |