1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1957 Lotus 11
To start off, 1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Lotus 11. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Lotus 11 would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (549 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 475 more horse power than 1957 Lotus 11. (74 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1957 Lotus 11. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 1612 kg more than 1957 Lotus 11. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1957 Lotus 11 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Lotus |
| Model | V8 Vantage | 11 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1100 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 549 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1992 kg | 380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 3360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2160 mm |
