1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2006 Lexus IS
To start off, 2006 Lexus IS is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (543 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 332 more horse power than 2006 Lexus IS. (211 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2006 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 377 kg more than 2006 Lexus IS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (745 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 456 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lexus IS. (289 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lexus IS. 2006 Lexus IS has automatic transmission and 1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage has manual transmission. 1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Lexus IS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2006 Lexus IS | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Lexus |
| Model | V8 Vantage | IS |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 543 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 745 Nm | 289 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1992 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 70 L |
