1994 Aston Martin Virage vs. 2012 Lexus IS
To start off, 2012 Lexus IS is newer by 18 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, 2012 Lexus IS (416 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1994 Aston Martin Virage. (344 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 1994 Aston Martin Virage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 285 kg more than 2012 Lexus IS.
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, 2012 Lexus IS (502 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Aston Martin Virage. (450 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2012 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Aston Martin Virage.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Aston Martin Virage | 2012 Lexus IS | |
Make | Aston Martin | Lexus |
Model | Virage | IS |
Year Released | 1994 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 344 HP | 416 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 502 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4661 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1816 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1415 mm |