1996 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2005 Lexus LS
To start off, 2005 Lexus LS is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 4,293 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lexus LS (279 HP) has 79 more horse power than 1996 Chevrolet Camaro. (200 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 1996 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lexus LS weights approximately 340 kg more than 1996 Chevrolet Camaro. 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, 2005 Lexus LS (419 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Chevrolet Camaro. (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Chevrolet Camaro. 2005 Lexus LS has automatic transmission and 1996 Chevrolet Camaro has manual transmission. 1996 Chevrolet Camaro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Lexus LS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Camaro | 2005 Lexus LS | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lexus |
| Model | Camaro | LS |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 279 HP |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 419 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2930 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 84 L |
