1994 Aston Martin Virage vs. 1999 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 1999 Lotus Esprit is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Aston Martin Virage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Aston Martin Virage would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Aston Martin Virage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lotus Esprit (349 HP) has 5 more horse power than 1994 Aston Martin Virage. (344 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1994 Aston Martin Virage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 1325 kg more than 1999 Lotus Esprit.
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, 1994 Aston Martin Virage (450 Nm) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lotus Esprit. (351 Nm). This means 1994 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lotus Esprit. 1994 Aston Martin Virage has automatic transmission and 1999 Lotus Esprit has manual transmission. 1999 Lotus Esprit will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Aston Martin Virage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Aston Martin Virage | 1999 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Lotus |
| Model | Virage | Esprit |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 3506 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 344 HP | 349 HP |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1150 mm |
