1993 Alpine A 610 vs. 2007 Lexus GS
To start off, 2007 Lexus GS is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Alpine A 610. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Alpine A 610 would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Alpine A 610 (247 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2007 Lexus GS. (246 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Alpine A 610 should accelerate faster than 2007 Lexus GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lexus GS weights approximately 326 kg more than 1993 Alpine A 610.
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, 1993 Alpine A 610 (357 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lexus GS. (294 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1993 Alpine A 610 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lexus GS. 2007 Lexus GS has automatic transmission and 1993 Alpine A 610 has manual transmission. 1993 Alpine A 610 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Lexus GS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Alpine A 610 | 2007 Lexus GS | |
Make | Alpine | Lexus |
Model | A 610 | GS |
Year Released | 1993 | 2007 |
Engine Size | 2975 cc | 2994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 246 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 357 Nm | 294 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1414 kg | 1740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1440 mm |