1998 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2008 Lexus GS
To start off, 2008 Lexus GS is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,737 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette (277 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2008 Lexus GS. (246 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2008 Lexus GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lexus GS weights approximately 123 kg more than 1998 Chevrolet Corvette.
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, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette (437 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Lexus GS. (310 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Lexus GS.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Chevrolet Corvette | 2008 Lexus GS | |
Make | Chevrolet | Lexus |
Model | Corvette | GS |
Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5737 cc | 2994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 277 HP | 246 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 437 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.1 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.9 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 11.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 265 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1572 kg | 1695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 71 L |