1980 Lotus Esprit vs. 2013 Aston Martin DB9
To start off, 2013 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 5,900 cc (12 cylinders), 2013 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Aston Martin DB9 (470 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 1980 Lotus Esprit. (208 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1980 Lotus Esprit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 554 kg more than 1980 Lotus Esprit. 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 DB9 (601 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Lotus Esprit. (277 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Lotus Esprit. 2013 Aston Martin DB9 has automatic transmission and 1980 Lotus Esprit has manual transmission. 1980 Lotus Esprit will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Aston Martin DB9 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Lotus Esprit | 2013 Aston Martin DB9 | |
| Make | Lotus | Aston Martin |
| Model | Esprit | DB9 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2172 cc | 5900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 470 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 277 Nm | 601 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1206 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2745 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 80 L |
