2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1981 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 4,282 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (380 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1981 Lotus Esprit. (208 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1981 Lotus Esprit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 370 kg more than 1981 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, 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (410 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Lotus Esprit. (277 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Lotus Esprit.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1981 Lotus Esprit | |
Make | Aston Martin | Lotus |
Model | V8 Vantage | Esprit |
Year Released | 2008 | 1981 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4282 cc | 2172 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 380 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 277 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 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 | 1570 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 71 L |