1957 Lancia Appia vs. 2000 Lexus GS
To start off, 2000 Lexus GS is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lexus GS (216 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1957 Lancia Appia. (52 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 1957 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Lexus GS weights approximately 880 kg more than 1957 Lancia Appia. 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, 2000 Lexus GS (294 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Lancia Appia. (87 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Lancia Appia. 2000 Lexus GS has automatic transmission and 1957 Lancia Appia has manual transmission. 1957 Lancia Appia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Lexus GS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Lancia Appia | 2000 Lexus GS | |
| Make | Lancia | Lexus |
| Model | Appia | GS |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1091 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 216 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2810 mm |
