1996 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 2002 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 2002 Lotus Esprit is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Aston Martin DB7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Aston Martin DB7 would be higher. At 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Aston Martin DB7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Aston Martin DB7 (331 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2002 Lotus Esprit. (240 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 2002 Lotus Esprit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 570 kg more than 2002 Lotus Esprit. 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, 1996 Aston Martin DB7 (490 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lotus Esprit. (294 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1996 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lotus Esprit.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Aston Martin DB7 | 2002 Lotus Esprit | |
Make | Aston Martin | Lotus |
Model | DB7 | Esprit |
Year Released | 1996 | 2002 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3238 cc | 1974 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 331 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 294 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1878 kg | 1308 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1160 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2430 mm |