1960 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2006 Lexus GS
To start off, 2006 Lexus GS is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 4,637 cc (8 cylinders), 1960 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lexus GS (245 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1960 Chevrolet Corvette. (227 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 1960 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lexus GS weights approximately 175 kg more than 1960 Chevrolet Corvette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Lexus GS is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Lexus GS 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, 1960 Chevrolet Corvette (408 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lexus GS. (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1960 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lexus GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Chevrolet Corvette | 2006 Lexus GS | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lexus |
| Model | Corvette | GS |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4637 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.4 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 71 L |
