1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato vs. 2010 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2010 Lotus Elise is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lotus Elise (433 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato. (432 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lotus Elise weights approximately 61 kg more than 1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato. 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, 1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato (534 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Lotus Elise. (489 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Lotus Elise. 2010 Lotus Elise has automatic transmission and 1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato has manual transmission. 1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Lotus Elise will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato | 2010 Lotus Elise | |
Make | Aston Martin | Lotus |
Model | V8 Zagato | Elise |
Year Released | 1991 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 432 HP | 433 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 534 Nm | 489 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1881 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4882 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1915 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1354 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2941 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 86 L |