1995 De Tomaso Guara vs. 2006 Lexus GS
To start off, 2006 Lexus GS is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 De Tomaso Guara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 De Tomaso Guara would be higher. At 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 De Tomaso Guara (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2006 Lexus GS. (217 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 2006 Lexus GS.
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, 1995 De Tomaso Guara (402 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lexus GS. (294 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1995 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lexus GS. 2006 Lexus GS has automatic transmission and 1995 De Tomaso Guara has manual transmission. 1995 De Tomaso Guara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Lexus GS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1995 De Tomaso Guara | 2006 Lexus GS | |
Make | De Tomaso | Lexus |
Model | Guara | GS |
Year Released | 1995 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3982 cc | 2997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 402 Nm | 294 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2810 mm |