1998 Lotus 340 R vs. 2010 Aston Martin DB9
To start off, 2010 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Lotus 340 R. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Lotus 340 R would be higher. At 5,900 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Aston Martin DB9 (470 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 280 more horse power than 1998 Lotus 340 R. (190 HP @ 7800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1998 Lotus 340 R. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 1085 kg more than 1998 Lotus 340 R. 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, 2010 Aston Martin DB9 (600 Nm) has 402 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lotus 340 R. (198 Nm). This means 2010 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lotus 340 R.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Lotus 340 R | 2010 Aston Martin DB9 | |
| Make | Lotus | Aston Martin |
| Model | 340 R | DB9 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 5900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 470 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4712 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2741 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 80 L |
