1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage vs. 1986 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage (450 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 290 more horse power than 1986 Lotus Esprit. (160 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage should accelerate faster than 1986 Lotus Esprit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage weights approximately 487 kg more than 1986 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, 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage (746 Nm) has 525 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Lotus Esprit. (221 Nm). This means 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Lotus Esprit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage | 1986 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Lotus |
| Model | Project Vantage | Esprit |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6000 cc | 2172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 746 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1554 kg | 1067 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 31 L |
