1994 Lexus GS vs. 2011 Aston Martin Rapide
To start off, 2011 Aston Martin Rapide is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Lexus GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Lexus GS would be higher. At 5,900 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Aston Martin Rapide is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Aston Martin Rapide (470 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 1994 Lexus GS. (205 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Aston Martin Rapide should accelerate faster than 1994 Lexus GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Aston Martin Rapide weights approximately 230 kg more than 1994 Lexus GS. 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, 2011 Aston Martin Rapide (600 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Lexus GS. (275 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 Aston Martin Rapide will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Lexus GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Lexus GS | 2011 Aston Martin Rapide | |
| Make | Lexus | Aston Martin |
| Model | GS | Rapide |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 5900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 470 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 275 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 5019 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2141 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1359 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2990 mm |
