1993 Aston Martin Virage vs. 2011 Lexus ES
To start off, 2011 Lexus ES is newer by 18 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 76 more horse power than 2011 Lexus ES. (268 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 2011 Lexus ES. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 376 kg more than 2011 Lexus ES. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Aston Martin Virage is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1993 Aston Martin Virage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Lexus ES, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Lexus ES. (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1993 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Lexus ES.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Aston Martin Virage | 2011 Lexus ES | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Lexus |
| Model | Virage | ES |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 344 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1624 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4854 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
