I like fast cars.. but the aston is a thing of beauty. One of the most elegant cars in the world.
Its far superior to a lotus.
Lotus Esprit V8 vs Aston Martin V12 Vanquish
| Category | V12 Vanquish | Lotus Esprit V8 |
|---|---|---|
| Engine type | V-12, 48v | V8 |
| Max power | 460 ps (454 bhp) | 350 ps (345 bhp) |
| Max torque | 542 Nm (400 lb-ft) | 400 Nm (295 lb-ft) |
| Curb weight | 1882 kg (4149 lbs) | 1380 kg (3042 lbs) |
| Power / tonne | 244 ps (241 bhp) | 254 ps (250 bhp) |
Lap Times 1
| Track | V12 Vanquish | Lotus Esprit V8 |
|---|---|---|
| Top Gear Track | 1:36.20 | 1:32.50 |
Performance
| Category | V12 Vanquish | Lotus Esprit V8 |
|---|---|---|
| Top speed | 306 kph (190 mph) | 289 kph (179 mph) |
| 0 - 100 kph | 4.9 s | 4.8 s |
| 0 - 200 kph | 15.3 s | 15.5 s |
| 0 - 60 mph | 4.4 s | 4.4 s |
| 0 - 100 mph | 10.3 s | 10.1 s |
| Est. 1/8 mile | 8.8 s @ 90.7 mph | 8.8 s @ 90.7 mph |
| 1/4 mile | 12.9 s @ 115.0 mph | 12.8 s @ 111.8 mph |
| Est. 100 - 200 kph | 10.4 s | 10.7 s |
| Est. max acceleration | 0.62 g (6 m/s²) | 0.63 g (6 m/s²) |
Summary
| Category | V12 Vanquish | Lotus Esprit V8 |
|---|---|---|
| Track Performance | 89 | 100 |
| Straight line speed | 881 | 872 |
| Total | 970 | 972 |
Verdict
There is no clear winner in this comparison.
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