1977 Aston Martin Lagonda vs. 2000 Lotus GT 1
To start off, 2000 Lotus GT 1 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Aston Martin Lagonda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Aston Martin Lagonda would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Aston Martin Lagonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lotus GT 1 (573 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 287 more horse power than 1977 Aston Martin Lagonda. (286 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lotus GT 1 should accelerate faster than 1977 Aston Martin Lagonda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Aston Martin Lagonda weights approximately 1175 kg more than 2000 Lotus GT 1.
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, 1977 Aston Martin Lagonda (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Lotus GT 1. (391 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1977 Aston Martin Lagonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Lotus GT 1.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Aston Martin Lagonda | 2000 Lotus GT 1 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Lotus |
Model | Lagonda | GT 1 |
Year Released | 1977 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 3506 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 286 HP | 573 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 391 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2225 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2080 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2690 mm |