2000 Lexus GS vs. 1977 Avanti Avanti
To start off, 2000 Lexus GS is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 6,570 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lexus GS (225 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1977 Avanti Avanti. (177 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 1977 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Lexus GS weights approximately 80 kg more than 1977 Avanti Avanti. 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, 1977 Avanti Avanti (442 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Lexus GS. (297 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1977 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Lexus GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Lexus GS | 1977 Avanti Avanti | |
| Make | Lexus | Avanti |
| Model | GS | Avanti |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1977 |
| Engine Size | 3001 cc | 6570 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 297 Nm | 442 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2780 mm |
