1993 Lexus GS vs. 1963 Rover 2000
To start off, 1993 Lexus GS is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Rover 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Rover 2000 would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Lexus GS (205 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1963 Rover 2000. (91 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 1963 Rover 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Lexus GS weights approximately 508 kg more than 1963 Rover 2000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Lexus GS (275 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Rover 2000. (150 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1993 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Rover 2000. 1993 Lexus GS has automatic transmission and 1963 Rover 2000 has manual transmission. 1963 Rover 2000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Lexus GS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Lexus GS | 1963 Rover 2000 | |
| Make | Lexus | Rover |
| Model | GS | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 1978 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 275 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1212 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2630 mm |
