1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 2013 Lexus RX
To start off, 2013 Lexus RX is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante (310 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2013 Lexus RX. (266 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 2013 Lexus RX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Lexus RX weights approximately 156 kg more than 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante.
Because 2013 Lexus RX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Lexus RX 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, 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante (434 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Lexus RX. (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Lexus RX.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 2013 Lexus RX | |
Make | Aston Martin | Lexus |
Model | V8 Volante | RX |
Year Released | 1985 | 2013 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 211 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | electric |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 266 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 1970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1885 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1695 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2740 mm |