1999 Lexus GS vs. 2011 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2011 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Lexus GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Lexus GS would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lexus GS (225 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2011 Mazda RX-8. (212 HP @ 7500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda RX-8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lexus GS weights approximately 249 kg more than 2011 Mazda RX-8. 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, 1999 Lexus GS (296 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda RX-8. (215 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1999 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda RX-8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lexus GS | 2011 Mazda RX-8 | |
| Make | Lexus | Mazda |
| Model | GS | RX-8 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2994 cc | 1300 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1411 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1341 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2703 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 64 L |
