2007 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 2001 Lexus SC
To start off, 2007 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Lexus SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Lexus SC would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Aston Martin DB9 (451 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 2001 Lexus SC. (225 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 2001 Lexus SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 360 kg more than 2001 Lexus SC. 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, 2007 Aston Martin DB9 (570 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Lexus SC. (290 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Lexus SC.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Aston Martin DB9 | 2001 Lexus SC | |
Make | Aston Martin | Lexus |
Model | DB9 | SC |
Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5935 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 451 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 570 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1475 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2700 mm |