1996 Chevrolet Impala vs. 2011 Lexus GS
To start off, 2011 Lexus GS is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Chevrolet Impala. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Chevrolet Impala would be higher. At 5,733 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lexus GS (340 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1996 Chevrolet Impala. (256 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 1996 Chevrolet Impala. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lexus GS weights approximately 25 kg more than 1996 Chevrolet Impala. 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, 1996 Chevrolet Impala (447 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Lexus GS. (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Lexus GS.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Chevrolet Impala | 2011 Lexus GS | |
Make | Chevrolet | Lexus |
Model | Impala | GS |
Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 340 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 362 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1875 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4844 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1425 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 65 L |