1994 Alfa Romeo RZ vs. 1994 Lexus GS
To start off, both 1994 Alfa Romeo RZ and 1994 Lexus GS were released in the same year (1994). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Alfa Romeo RZ (208 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1994 Lexus GS. (205 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Alfa Romeo RZ should accelerate faster than 1994 Lexus GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Lexus GS weights approximately 340 kg more than 1994 Alfa Romeo RZ.
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, 1994 Lexus GS (275 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Alfa Romeo RZ. (245 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1994 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Alfa Romeo RZ. 1994 Lexus GS has automatic transmission and 1994 Alfa Romeo RZ has manual transmission. 1994 Alfa Romeo RZ will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Lexus GS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Alfa Romeo RZ | 1994 Lexus GS | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Lexus |
Model | RZ | GS |
Year Released | 1994 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2959 cc | 2997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 205 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 275 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1430 mm |