1999 Honda NSX vs. 1998 Lexus GS
To start off, 1999 Honda NSX is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Lexus GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Lexus GS would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda NSX (290 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1998 Lexus GS. (210 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1998 Lexus GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lexus GS weights approximately 350 kg more than 1999 Honda NSX.
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, 1999 Honda NSX (310 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lexus GS. (304 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1999 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lexus GS. 1998 Lexus GS has automatic transmission and 1999 Honda NSX has manual transmission. 1999 Honda NSX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Lexus GS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Honda NSX | 1998 Lexus GS | |
Make | Honda | Lexus |
Model | NSX | GS |
Year Released | 1999 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 2997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 304 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 75 L |