2003 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 2010 Lexus LS
To start off, 2010 Lexus LS is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Aston Martin DB9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Aston Martin DB9 would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2003 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Aston Martin DB9 (450 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2010 Lexus LS. (438 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 2010 Lexus LS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lexus LS weights approximately 650 kg more than 2003 Aston Martin DB9.
Because 2010 Lexus LS is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Aston Martin DB9. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2003 Aston Martin DB9 (557 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Lexus LS. (521 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Lexus LS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Aston Martin DB9 | 2010 Lexus LS | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Lexus |
| Model | DB9 | LS |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 438 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 557 Nm | 521 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 2360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 5179 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1875 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3091 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 84 L |
