1968 Chevrolet Nova vs. 2011 Lexus GS
To start off, 2011 Lexus GS is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Chevrolet Nova. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Chevrolet Nova would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Chevrolet Nova is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lexus GS (340 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1968 Chevrolet Nova. (165 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 1968 Chevrolet Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lexus GS weights approximately 315 kg more than 1968 Chevrolet Nova. 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, 1968 Chevrolet Nova (388 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Lexus GS. (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1968 Chevrolet Nova will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Lexus GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Chevrolet Nova | 2011 Lexus GS | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lexus |
| Model | Nova | GS |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 362 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4844 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1425 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2850 mm |
