2009 Aston Martin DBS vs. 1998 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2009 Aston Martin DBS is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Lotus Elise. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Lotus Elise would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Aston Martin DBS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Aston Martin DBS (510 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 323 more horse power than 1998 Lotus Elise. (187 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin DBS should accelerate faster than 1998 Lotus Elise.
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 DBS (571 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 378 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lotus Elise. (193 Nm @ 5600 RPM). This means 2009 Aston Martin DBS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Aston Martin DBS | 1998 Lotus Elise | |
Make | Aston Martin | Lotus |
Model | DBS | Elise |
Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5935 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 510 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 571 Nm | 193 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2310 mm |