1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1963 Lotus Elite
To start off, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Lotus Elite. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Lotus Elite would be higher. At 5,338 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (370 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 287 more horse power than 1963 Lotus Elite. (83 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1963 Lotus Elite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 1240 kg more than 1963 Lotus Elite. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1963 Lotus Elite | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Lotus |
| Model | V8 Vantage | Elite |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1963 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5338 cc | 1216 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 370 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 29 L |
