1988 Honda NSX vs. 2010 Lexus GS
To start off, 2010 Lexus GS is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Honda NSX 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 (340 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1988 Honda NSX. (251 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 1988 Honda NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lexus GS weights approximately 659 kg more than 1988 Honda NSX. 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 (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda NSX. (288 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 2010 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda NSX.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Honda NSX | 2010 Lexus GS | |
Make | Honda | Lexus |
Model | NSX | GS |
Year Released | 1988 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 251 HP | 340 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 288 Nm | 362 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1216 kg | 1875 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4844 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1425 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2850 mm |