1963 Triumph Vitesse vs. 2011 Lexus GS
To start off, 2011 Lexus GS is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Triumph Vitesse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Triumph Vitesse would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lexus GS (342 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 272 more horse power than 1963 Triumph Vitesse. (70 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 1963 Triumph Vitesse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lexus GS weights approximately 909 kg more than 1963 Triumph Vitesse. 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, 2011 Lexus GS (459 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 334 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Triumph Vitesse. (125 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Triumph Vitesse.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Triumph Vitesse | 2011 Lexus GS | |
| Make | Triumph | Lexus |
| Model | Vitesse | GS |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 342 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 459 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1789 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4826 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1425 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 71 L |
