2009 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 1998 Lotus Emme
To start off, 2009 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Lotus Emme. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Lotus Emme would be higher. At 5,933 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Aston Martin DB9 (510 HP) has 250 more horse power than 1998 Lotus Emme. (260 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1998 Lotus Emme. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 1082 kg more than 1998 Lotus Emme. 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, 2009 Aston Martin DB9 (570 Nm) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lotus Emme. (354 Nm). This means 2009 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lotus Emme.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Aston Martin DB9 | 1998 Lotus Emme | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Lotus |
| Model | DB9 | Emme |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5933 cc | 2174 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 510 HP | 260 HP |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 354 Nm |
| Top Speed | 305 km/hour | 275 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 678 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2770 mm |
