1989 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2005 Lexus GS
To start off, 2005 Lexus GS is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lexus GS (242 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1989 Chevrolet Camaro. (238 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 1989 Chevrolet Camaro.
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, 1989 Chevrolet Camaro (467 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lexus GS. (296 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lexus GS.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Chevrolet Camaro | 2005 Lexus GS | |
Make | Chevrolet | Lexus |
Model | Camaro | GS |
Year Released | 1989 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5735 cc | 2995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 467 Nm | 296 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2860 mm |