1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 1956 Lotus 11
To start off, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Lotus 11. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Lotus 11 would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante (317 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 1956 Lotus 11. (74 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 1956 Lotus 11. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 1434 kg more than 1956 Lotus 11. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 1956 Lotus 11 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Lotus |
Model | V8 Volante | 11 |
Year Released | 1986 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1100 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2160 mm |