1989 Aston Martin Virage vs. 2013 Lexus RX
To start off, 2013 Lexus RX is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Aston Martin Virage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Aston Martin Virage would be higher. At 5,339 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Aston Martin Virage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Aston Martin Virage (344 HP) has 53 more horse power than 2013 Lexus RX. (291 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 2013 Lexus RX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Lexus RX weights approximately 130 kg more than 1989 Aston Martin Virage.
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, 1989 Aston Martin Virage (450 Nm) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Lexus RX. (317 Nm). This means 1989 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Lexus RX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Aston Martin Virage | 2013 Lexus RX | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Lexus |
| Model | Virage | RX |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5339 cc | 211 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | electric |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 344 HP | 291 HP |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 317 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 12.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 255 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 2050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1885 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1695 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2740 mm |
