2000 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1984 Lotus Etna
To start off, 2000 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Lotus Etna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Lotus Etna would be higher. At 5,934 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Aston Martin DB7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Aston Martin DB7 (435 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1984 Lotus Etna. (331 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1984 Lotus Etna.
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, 2000 Aston Martin DB7 (540 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Lotus Etna. (408 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2000 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Lotus Etna.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Aston Martin DB7 | 1984 Lotus Etna | |
Make | Aston Martin | Lotus |
Model | DB7 | Etna |
Year Released | 2000 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5934 cc | 3946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 435 HP | 331 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 540 Nm | 408 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 95.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 69.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 11.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 275 km/hour | 290 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2520 mm |