1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato vs. 2010 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2010 Lotus Exige 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, 1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato (432 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2010 Lotus Exige. (425 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato should accelerate faster than 2010 Lotus Exige. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lotus Exige weights approximately 171 kg more than 1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato.
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 Exige. (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 Exige. 2010 Lotus Exige 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 Exige will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato | 2010 Lotus Exige | |
Make | Aston Martin | Lotus |
Model | V8 Zagato | Exige |
Year Released | 1991 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
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 | 425 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 | 1991 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5098 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1895 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1438 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3063 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 90 L |