1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage vs. 2012 Lexus LS
To start off, 2012 Lexus LS 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 12 more horse power than 2012 Lexus LS. (438 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage should accelerate faster than 2012 Lexus LS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lexus LS weights approximately 806 kg more than 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage.
Because 2012 Lexus LS is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Lexus LS will offer significantly more control. 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 225 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Lexus LS. (521 Nm). This means 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Lexus LS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage | 2012 Lexus LS | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Lexus |
| Model | Project Vantage | LS |
| 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 | 438 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 746 Nm | 521 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1554 kg | 2360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5179 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1875 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3091 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 84 L |
