2008 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 1997 Lexus SC
To start off, 2008 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Lexus SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Lexus SC would be higher. At 5,934 cc (12 cylinders), 2008 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Aston Martin DB9 (444 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1997 Lexus SC. (242 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1997 Lexus SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 340 kg more than 1997 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, 2008 Aston Martin DB9 (570 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Lexus SC. (365 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2008 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Lexus SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Aston Martin DB9 | 1997 Lexus SC | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Lexus |
| Model | DB9 | SC |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5934 cc | 3969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 365 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 66 L |
