1996 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2009 Lexus LS
To start off, 2009 Lexus LS is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lexus LS (381 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1996 Chevrolet Corvette. (325 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 1996 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lexus LS weights approximately 242 kg more than 1996 Chevrolet Corvette. 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, 2009 Lexus LS (498 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Chevrolet Corvette. (461 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Chevrolet Corvette | 2009 Lexus LS | |
Make | Chevrolet | Lexus |
Model | Corvette | LS |
Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 4605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 381 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 461 Nm | 498 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 11.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1523 kg | 1765 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3100 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 84 L |