1993 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2006 Lexus GS
To start off, 2006 Lexus GS is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 3,130 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lexus GS (217 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1993 Chevrolet Camaro. (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 1993 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, 2006 Lexus GS (294 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Chevrolet Camaro. (244 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Chevrolet Camaro. 2006 Lexus GS has automatic transmission and 1993 Chevrolet Camaro has manual transmission. 1993 Chevrolet Camaro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Lexus GS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Chevrolet Camaro | 2006 Lexus GS | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lexus |
| Model | Camaro | GS |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3130 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2810 mm |
