1999 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1998 Lexus GS
To start off, 1999 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Lexus GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Lexus GS would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 Aston Martin DB7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Aston Martin DB7 (420 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 1998 Lexus GS. (211 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1998 Lexus GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 163 kg more than 1998 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, 1999 Aston Martin DB7 (542 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lexus GS. (301 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1999 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lexus GS.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Aston Martin DB7 | 1998 Lexus GS | |
Make | Aston Martin | Lexus |
Model | DB7 | GS |
Year Released | 1999 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5935 cc | 2995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 420 HP | 211 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 542 Nm | 301 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1825 kg | 1662 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 89 L | 75 L |