1968 Lamborghini Espada vs. 1997 Lexus GS
To start off, 1997 Lexus GS is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Lamborghini Espada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Lamborghini Espada would be higher. At 3,929 cc (12 cylinders), 1968 Lamborghini Espada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Lamborghini Espada (325 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1997 Lexus GS. (205 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Lamborghini Espada should accelerate faster than 1997 Lexus GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Lexus GS weights approximately 242 kg more than 1968 Lamborghini Espada.
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 Lamborghini Espada (374 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Lexus GS. (275 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1968 Lamborghini Espada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Lexus GS. 1997 Lexus GS has automatic transmission and 1968 Lamborghini Espada has manual transmission. 1968 Lamborghini Espada will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Lexus GS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Lamborghini Espada | 1997 Lexus GS | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Lexus |
| Model | Espada | GS |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3929 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 275 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1722 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2810 mm |
