1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage vs. 2012 Lexus IS
To start off, 2012 Lexus IS is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage would be higher. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage (450 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2012 Lexus IS. (416 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage should accelerate faster than 2012 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lexus IS weights approximately 161 kg more than 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage.
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, 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage (746 Nm) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Lexus IS. (502 Nm). This means 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Lexus IS. 2012 Lexus IS has automatic transmission and 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage has manual transmission. 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Lexus IS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage | 2012 Lexus IS | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Lexus |
| Model | Project Vantage | IS |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6000 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 416 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 746 Nm | 502 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1554 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4661 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1816 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1415 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2731 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 64 L |
