1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2013 Lexus RX
To start off, 2013 Lexus RX is newer by 21 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 277 more horse power than 2013 Lexus RX. (266 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2013 Lexus RX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 22 kg more than 2013 Lexus RX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Lexus RX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. 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, 1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (745 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 409 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Lexus RX. (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Lexus RX.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2013 Lexus RX | |
Make | Aston Martin | Lexus |
Model | V8 Vantage | RX |
Year Released | 1992 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 211 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | electric |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 543 HP | 266 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 745 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 | 8.2:1 | 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 | 1992 kg | 1970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1885 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1695 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2740 mm |