1986 Opel Senator vs. 2010 Lexus GS
To start off, 2010 Lexus GS is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Opel Senator. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Opel Senator would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lexus GS (303 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1986 Opel Senator. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 1986 Opel Senator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lexus GS weights approximately 360 kg more than 1986 Opel Senator. 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, 2010 Lexus GS (371 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Opel Senator. (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Opel Senator.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Opel Senator | 2010 Lexus GS | |
| Make | Opel | Lexus |
| Model | Senator | GS |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2196 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 303 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 371 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 | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4844 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1425 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 71 L |
