1959 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 2001 Lexus IS
To start off, 2001 Lexus IS is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Aston Martin DB4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Aston Martin DB4 would be higher. At 3,670 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Aston Martin DB4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Aston Martin DB4 (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2001 Lexus IS. (201 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 2001 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lexus IS weights approximately 50 kg more than 1959 Aston Martin DB4.
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, 1959 Aston Martin DB4 (360 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Lexus IS. (247 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1959 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Aston Martin DB4 | 2001 Lexus IS | |
Make | Aston Martin | Lexus |
Model | DB4 | IS |
Year Released | 1959 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3670 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 247 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 70 L |