1978 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1997 Lexus LX
To start off, 1997 Lexus LX is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Aston Martin V8 Vantage would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (549 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 317 more horse power than 1997 Lexus LX. (232 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1997 Lexus LX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Lexus LX weights approximately 440 kg more than 1978 Aston Martin V8 Vantage.
Because 1997 Lexus LX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Lexus LX will offer significantly more control. 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, 1978 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (745 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 311 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Lexus LX. (434 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1978 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Lexus LX. 1997 Lexus LX has automatic transmission and 1978 Aston Martin V8 Vantage has manual transmission. 1978 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Lexus LX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1997 Lexus LX | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Lexus |
| Model | V8 Vantage | LX |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 549 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 745 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 2430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 66 L |
