1993 Lexus GS vs. 2010 Audi S6
To start off, 2010 Audi S6 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Lexus GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Lexus GS would be higher. At 5,200 cc (10 cylinders), 2010 Audi S6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi S6 (435 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 1993 Lexus GS. (205 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 1993 Lexus GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi S6 weights approximately 315 kg more than 1993 Lexus GS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Audi S6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Lexus GS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi S6 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Audi S6 (539 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Lexus GS. (275 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2010 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Lexus GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Lexus GS | 2010 Audi S6 | |
| Make | Lexus | Audi |
| Model | GS | S6 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 5200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 435 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 275 Nm | 539 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 2035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4915 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1864 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2847 mm |
