2008 Lexus GX vs. 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante
To start off, 2008 Lexus GX is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante would be higher. At 5,341 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante (305 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2008 Lexus GX. (263 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 2008 Lexus GX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 74 kg more than 2008 Lexus GX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Lexus GX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Lexus GX will offer significantly more control. 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, 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante (447 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Lexus GX. (438 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Lexus GX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Lexus GX | 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante | |
| Make | Lexus | Aston Martin |
| Model | GX | V8 Volante |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1987 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4669 cc | 5341 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 263 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 438 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 241 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1814 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 97 L |
