2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1991 Toyota Lexcen

To start off, 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Toyota Lexcen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Toyota Lexcen would be higher. At 4,310 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (380 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 1991 Toyota Lexcen. (171 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1991 Toyota Lexcen.

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 V8 Vantage (410 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Toyota Lexcen. (293 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Toyota Lexcen. 1991 Toyota Lexcen has automatic transmission and 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage has manual transmission. 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1991 Toyota Lexcen will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage 1991 Toyota Lexcen
Make Aston Martin Toyota
Model V8 Vantage Lexcen
Year Released 2006 1991
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4310 cc 3791 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 380 HP 171 HP
Engine RPM 7300 RPM 4800 RPM
Torque 410 Nm 293 Nm
Torque RPM 5000 RPM 3600 RPM
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Vehicle Length 4390 mm 4900 mm
Vehicle Width 1870 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1260 mm 1410 mm
Wheelbase Size 2610 mm 2740 mm