2008 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 2012 Lexus GS
To start off, 2012 Lexus GS is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Aston Martin DB7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Aston Martin DB7 would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2008 Aston Martin DB7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Aston Martin DB7 (444 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2012 Lexus GS. (342 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 2012 Lexus GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 121 kg more than 2012 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, 2008 Aston Martin DB7 (543 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Lexus GS. (459 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Lexus GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Aston Martin DB7 | 2012 Lexus GS | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Lexus |
| Model | DB7 | GS |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 342 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 543 Nm | 459 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1789 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4826 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1425 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 71 L |
