2002 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 2011 Lexus IS
To start off, 2011 Lexus IS is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Aston Martin DB7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Aston Martin DB7 would be higher. At 5,932 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 Aston Martin DB7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Aston Martin DB7 (450 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 246 more horse power than 2011 Lexus IS. (204 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 2011 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 233 kg more than 2011 Lexus IS. 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, 2002 Aston Martin DB7 (577 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 326 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Lexus IS. (251 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2002 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Lexus IS. 2011 Lexus IS has automatic transmission and 2002 Aston Martin DB7 has manual transmission. 2002 Aston Martin DB7 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Lexus IS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Aston Martin DB7 | 2011 Lexus IS | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Lexus |
| Model | DB7 | IS |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5932 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 577 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1567 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4585 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2731 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 89 L | 65 L |
