1995 Lexus SC vs. 2011 Aston Martin Virage
To start off, 2011 Aston Martin Virage is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Lexus SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Lexus SC would be higher. At 5,900 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Aston Martin Virage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Aston Martin Virage (490 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 248 more horse power than 1995 Lexus SC. (242 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 1995 Lexus SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 340 kg more than 1995 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, 2011 Aston Martin Virage (569 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lexus SC. (365 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2011 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lexus SC.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Lexus SC | 2011 Aston Martin Virage | |
Make | Lexus | Aston Martin |
Model | SC | Virage |
Year Released | 1995 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3967 cc | 5900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 490 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 365 Nm | 569 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4704 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1288 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2741 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 78 L |