1993 Aston Martin Virage vs. 2009 Lexus GS
To start off, 2009 Lexus GS is newer by 16 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 41 more horse power than 2009 Lexus GS. (303 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 2009 Lexus GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 260 kg more than 2009 Lexus GS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Lexus GS 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, 2009 Lexus GS 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 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lexus GS. (372 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1993 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lexus GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Aston Martin Virage | 2009 Lexus GS | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Lexus |
| Model | Virage | GS |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 3456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 344 HP | 303 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 372 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3600 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 | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
