2006 Aston Martin V12 vs. 1959 Lotus Seven
To start off, 2006 Aston Martin V12 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Lotus Seven. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Lotus Seven would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Aston Martin V12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Aston Martin V12 (521 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 485 more horse power than 1959 Lotus Seven. (36 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Aston Martin V12 should accelerate faster than 1959 Lotus Seven. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Aston Martin V12 weights approximately 1438 kg more than 1959 Lotus Seven. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Aston Martin V12 | 1959 Lotus Seven | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Lotus |
| Model | V12 | Seven |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1959 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 947 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 521 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4800 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 | 440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1350 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2240 mm |
