2006 Aston Martin V12 vs. 2000 Lexus GS
To start off, 2006 Aston Martin V12 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Lexus GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Lexus GS would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Aston Martin V12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Aston Martin V12 (521 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 244 more horse power than 2000 Lexus GS. (277 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Aston Martin V12 should accelerate faster than 2000 Lexus GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Aston Martin V12 weights approximately 133 kg more than 2000 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, 2006 Aston Martin V12 (577 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Lexus GS. (417 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Aston Martin V12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Lexus GS. 2000 Lexus GS has automatic transmission and 2006 Aston Martin V12 has manual transmission. 2006 Aston Martin V12 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Lexus GS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Aston Martin V12 | 2000 Lexus GS | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Lexus |
| Model | V12 | GS |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 521 HP | 277 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 577 Nm | 417 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 322 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.8 seconds | 6.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1878 kg | 1745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 21.4 L/100km | 17.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.9 L/100km | 12.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 75 L |
