2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2000 Lotus GT 1
To start off, 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Lotus GT 1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Lotus GT 1 would be higher. At 4,282 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lotus GT 1 (573 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. (380 HP @ 7300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lotus GT 1 should accelerate faster than 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 520 kg more than 2000 Lotus GT 1.
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 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Lotus GT 1. (391 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Lotus GT 1.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2000 Lotus GT 1 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Lotus |
Model | V8 Vantage | GT 1 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4282 cc | 3506 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 380 HP | 573 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 391 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2080 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2690 mm |