1995 Lexus GS vs. 2001 Lexus SC
To start off, 2001 Lexus SC is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Lexus GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Lexus GS would be higher. At 3,969 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Lexus GS (290 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2001 Lexus SC. (225 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 2001 Lexus SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Lexus GS weights approximately 349 kg more than 2001 Lexus SC. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Lexus GS (407 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Lexus SC. (290 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1995 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Lexus SC. 1995 Lexus GS has automatic transmission and 2001 Lexus SC has manual transmission. 2001 Lexus SC will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Lexus GS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Lexus GS | 2001 Lexus SC | |
| Make | Lexus | Lexus |
| Model | GS | SC |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3969 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1824 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2700 mm |
