1992 Aston Martin Virage vs. 2001 Lexus SC
To start off, 2001 Lexus SC is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Aston Martin Virage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Aston Martin Virage would be higher. At 5,338 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Aston Martin Virage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Aston Martin Virage (344 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2001 Lexus SC. (300 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 2001 Lexus SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 258 kg more than 2001 Lexus SC. 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 Virage (450 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Lexus SC. (441 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1992 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Lexus SC.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Aston Martin Virage | 2001 Lexus SC | |
Make | Aston Martin | Lexus |
Model | Virage | SC |
Year Released | 1992 | 2001 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5338 cc | 4293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 344 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 441 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1742 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1350 mm |