1984 Lotus Etna vs. 2011 Aston Martin DBS
To start off, 2011 Aston Martin DBS is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Lotus Etna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Lotus Etna would be higher. At 5,900 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Aston Martin DBS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Aston Martin DBS (510 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1984 Lotus Etna. (331 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Aston Martin DBS should accelerate faster than 1984 Lotus Etna.
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, 2011 Aston Martin DBS (569 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Lotus Etna. (408 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2011 Aston Martin DBS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Lotus Etna.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Lotus Etna | 2011 Aston Martin DBS | |
Make | Lotus | Aston Martin |
Model | Etna | DBS |
Year Released | 1984 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3946 cc | 5900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 331 HP | 510 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 408 Nm | 569 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4722 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2741 mm |