1999 Honda Legend vs. 2010 Lexus GS
To start off, 2010 Lexus GS is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Legend would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lexus GS (303 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1999 Honda Legend. (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lexus GS weights approximately 10 kg more than 1999 Honda Legend. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Lexus GS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Lexus GS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda Legend, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Lexus GS (371 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Legend. (297 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda Legend | 2010 Lexus GS | |
| Make | Honda | Lexus |
| Model | Legend | GS |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 303 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 297 Nm | 371 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4844 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1425 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 71 L |
