1996 Lexus GS vs. 1955 Nissan Sports
To start off, 1996 Lexus GS is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Nissan Sports. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Nissan Sports would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lexus GS (205 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1955 Nissan Sports. (18 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 1955 Nissan Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lexus GS weights approximately 970 kg more than 1955 Nissan Sports. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Lexus GS (275 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Nissan Sports. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Nissan Sports.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Lexus GS | 1955 Nissan Sports | |
| Make | Lexus | Nissan |
| Model | GS | Sports |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1955 |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 859 cc |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 275 Nm | 49 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1370 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2160 mm |
