1993 Aston Martin Virage vs. 2001 Lexus LX
To start off, 2001 Lexus LX is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Aston Martin Virage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Aston Martin Virage would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Aston Martin Virage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Aston Martin Virage (344 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2001 Lexus LX. (232 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 2001 Lexus LX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lexus LX weights approximately 430 kg more than 1993 Aston Martin Virage.
Because 2001 Lexus LX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Aston Martin Virage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Lexus LX 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, 1993 Aston Martin Virage (451 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Lexus LX. (434 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1993 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Lexus LX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Aston Martin Virage | 2001 Lexus LX | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Lexus |
| Model | Virage | LX |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 344 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 2430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1870 mm |
