2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1967 Lotus Seven
To start off, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Lotus Seven. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Lotus Seven would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (420 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 382 more horse power than 1967 Lotus Seven. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1967 Lotus Seven. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 1215 kg more than 1967 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.
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2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1967 Lotus Seven | |
Make | Aston Martin | Lotus |
Model | V8 Vantage | Seven |
Year Released | 2009 | 1967 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4700 cc | 997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 420 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | 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 | 1645 kg | 430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1100 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2240 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 29 L |