2000 Lexus LX vs. 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage
To start off, 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Lexus LX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Lexus LX would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (420 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 2000 Lexus LX. (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2000 Lexus LX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Lexus LX weights approximately 720 kg more than 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage.
Because 2000 Lexus LX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Lexus LX 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, 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (469 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Lexus LX. (435 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Lexus LX. 2000 Lexus LX has automatic transmission and 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage has manual transmission. 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Lexus LX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Lexus LX | 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | |
| Make | Lexus | Aston Martin |
| Model | LX | V8 Vantage |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4664 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 420 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7300 RPM |
| Torque | 435 Nm | 469 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2430 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4382 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1867 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2601 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 80 L |
