1994 Lexus GS vs. 2005 Morgan Aero 8
To start off, 2005 Morgan Aero 8 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Lexus GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Lexus GS would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Morgan Aero 8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Morgan Aero 8 (321 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1994 Lexus GS. (205 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Morgan Aero 8 should accelerate faster than 1994 Lexus GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Lexus GS weights approximately 588 kg more than 2005 Morgan Aero 8.
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, 2005 Morgan Aero 8 (447 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Lexus GS. (275 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Morgan Aero 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Lexus GS. 1994 Lexus GS has automatic transmission and 2005 Morgan Aero 8 has manual transmission. 2005 Morgan Aero 8 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 Lexus GS | 2005 Morgan Aero 8 | |
| Make | Lexus | Morgan |
| Model | GS | Aero 8 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 4398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 275 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1132 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1100 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2530 mm |
