1994 Aston Martin Virage vs. 2006 Lexus SC
To start off, 2006 Lexus SC is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Aston Martin Virage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Aston Martin Virage would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Aston Martin Virage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Aston Martin Virage (344 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2006 Lexus SC. (283 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 2006 Lexus SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 185 kg more than 2006 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, 1994 Aston Martin Virage (450 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lexus SC. (419 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lexus SC.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Aston Martin Virage | 2006 Lexus SC | |
Make | Aston Martin | Lexus |
Model | Virage | SC |
Year Released | 1994 | 2006 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 4293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 344 HP | 283 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 419 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
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 | 1815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1380 mm |