1961 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 2011 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2011 Lotus Elise is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Aston Martin DB4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Aston Martin DB4 would be higher. At 3,668 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Aston Martin DB4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Aston Martin DB4 (238 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2011 Lotus Elise. (217 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 2011 Lotus Elise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Aston Martin DB4 weights approximately 424 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, 1961 Aston Martin DB4 (320 Nm) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Lotus Elise. (210 Nm). This means 1961 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Aston Martin DB4 | 2011 Lotus Elise | |
Make | Aston Martin | Lotus |
Model | DB4 | Elise |
Year Released | 1961 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3668 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 210 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 926 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3785 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1118 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2299 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 44 L |