2000 Lexus GS vs. 1969 Opel GT
To start off, 2000 Lexus GS is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Opel GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Opel GT would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lexus GS (216 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1969 Opel GT. (66 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 1969 Opel GT.
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, 2000 Lexus GS (294 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Opel GT. (85 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2000 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Opel GT. 2000 Lexus GS has automatic transmission and 1969 Opel GT has manual transmission. 1969 Opel GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Lexus GS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Lexus GS | 1969 Opel GT | |
| Make | Lexus | Opel |
| Model | GS | GT |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2995 cc | 1100 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 61 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.8 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.4 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.6 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 53 L |
