1985 Buick Wildcat vs. 2011 Lexus GS
To start off, 2011 Lexus GS is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Buick Wildcat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Buick Wildcat would be higher. At 3,785 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Buick Wildcat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Buick Wildcat (355 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2011 Lexus GS. (340 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Buick Wildcat should accelerate faster than 2011 Lexus GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lexus GS weights approximately 555 kg more than 1985 Buick Wildcat.
Because 1985 Buick Wildcat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Lexus GS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Buick Wildcat 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, 1985 Buick Wildcat (551 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Lexus GS. (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1985 Buick Wildcat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Lexus GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Buick Wildcat | 2011 Lexus GS | |
| Make | Buick | Lexus |
| Model | Wildcat | GS |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3785 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 551 Nm | 362 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4844 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1425 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2850 mm |
