1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1955 Lotus 11
To start off, 1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Lotus 11. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Lotus 11 would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (543 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 469 more horse power than 1955 Lotus 11. (74 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1955 Lotus 11. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 1612 kg more than 1955 Lotus 11. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1955 Lotus 11 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Lotus |
| Model | V8 Vantage | 11 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1099 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 543 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1992 kg | 380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2160 mm |
