1993 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2011 Lexus GS
To start off, 2011 Lexus GS is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,732 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Chevrolet Corvette (405 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2011 Lexus GS. (303 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2011 Lexus GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lexus GS weights approximately 132 kg more than 1993 Chevrolet Corvette.
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 Corvette (522 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Lexus GS. (371 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1993 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Lexus GS. 2011 Lexus GS has automatic transmission and 1993 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 1993 Chevrolet Corvette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Lexus GS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Chevrolet Corvette | 2011 Lexus GS | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lexus |
| Model | Corvette | GS |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5732 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 405 HP | 303 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 371 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1589 kg | 1721 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4826 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1425 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 71 L |
