1962 Lotus Elite vs. 2013 Aston Martin Vantage
To start off, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Lotus Elite. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Lotus Elite would be higher. At 5,935 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Aston Martin Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage (510 HP) has 427 more horse power than 1962 Lotus Elite. (83 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage should accelerate faster than 1962 Lotus Elite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Aston Martin Vantage weights approximately 1020 kg more than 1962 Lotus Elite. 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, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage (569 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 467 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Lotus Elite. (102 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2013 Aston Martin Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Lotus Elite.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Lotus Elite | 2013 Aston Martin Vantage | |
| Make | Lotus | Aston Martin |
| Model | Elite | Vantage |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1215 cc | 5935 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 510 HP |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66.7 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4385 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 2022 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2601 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 80 L |
