1994 Lexus GS vs. 2012 Audi A8
To start off, 2012 Audi A8 is newer by 18 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 4,134 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A8 (345 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1994 Lexus GS. (205 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1994 Lexus GS.
Because 2012 Audi A8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Lexus GS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi A8 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, 2012 Audi A8 (800 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 525 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Lexus GS. (275 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Lexus GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Lexus GS | 2012 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Lexus | Audi |
| Model | GS | A8 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 4134 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 275 Nm | 800 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 5136 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1948 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2992 mm |
