1993 Chevrolet Caprice 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 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lexus GS (290 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1993 Chevrolet Caprice. (257 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 1993 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 164 kg more than 2007 Lexus GS.
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 Chevrolet Caprice (447 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lexus GS. (433 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1993 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lexus GS.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Chevrolet Caprice | 2007 Lexus GS | |
Make | Chevrolet | Lexus |
Model | Caprice | GS |
Year Released | 1993 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 4293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 257 HP | 290 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 433 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 82.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1686 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5440 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2860 mm |