2007 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 1995 Lexus SC
To start off, 2007 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Lexus SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Lexus SC would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 202 kg more than 1995 Lexus SC.
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, 2007 Aston Martin DB9 (570 Nm) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lexus SC. (350 Nm). This means 2007 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lexus SC. 1995 Lexus SC has automatic transmission and 2007 Aston Martin DB9 has manual transmission. 2007 Aston Martin DB9 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Lexus SC will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Aston Martin DB9 | 1995 Lexus SC | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Lexus |
| Model | DB9 | SC |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 3969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 451 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 86.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1633 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2700 mm |
