1984 Aston Martin Lagonda vs. 2000 Lotus M250
To start off, 2000 Lotus M250 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Aston Martin Lagonda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Aston Martin Lagonda would be higher. At 5,339 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Aston Martin Lagonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Aston Martin Lagonda (309 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2000 Lotus M250. (176 HP @ 7800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Aston Martin Lagonda should accelerate faster than 2000 Lotus M250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Aston Martin Lagonda weights approximately 1425 kg more than 2000 Lotus M250. 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, 1984 Aston Martin Lagonda (434 Nm) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Lotus M250. (180 Nm). This means 1984 Aston Martin Lagonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Lotus M250.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Aston Martin Lagonda | 2000 Lotus M250 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Lotus |
| Model | Lagonda | M250 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5339 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 309 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 97 L | 72 L |
