1995 Buick Roadmaster vs. 2007 Lexus GS
To start off, 2007 Lexus GS is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Buick Roadmaster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Buick Roadmaster would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Buick Roadmaster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lexus GS (306 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1995 Buick Roadmaster. (257 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 1995 Buick Roadmaster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 330 kg more than 2007 Lexus GS.
Because 2007 Lexus GS is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Buick Roadmaster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Lexus GS 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, 1995 Buick Roadmaster (447 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lexus GS. (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1995 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lexus GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Buick Roadmaster | 2007 Lexus GS | |
| Make | Buick | Lexus |
| Model | Roadmaster | GS |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3441 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 257 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2860 mm |
