1969 Opel GT vs. 2011 Lexus GS
To start off, 2011 Lexus GS is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Opel GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Opel GT would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lexus GS (303 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 1969 Opel GT. (66 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 1969 Opel GT.
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 (371 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Opel GT. (85 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2011 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Opel GT. 2011 Lexus GS has automatic transmission and 1969 Opel GT has manual transmission. 1969 Opel GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Lexus GS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Opel GT | 2011 Lexus GS | |
| Make | Opel | Lexus |
| Model | GT | GS |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1100 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 303 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 371 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4826 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1425 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.5 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 7.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 71 L |
