2003 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2012 Lexus GS
To start off, 2012 Lexus GS is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,968 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2012 Lexus GS. (303 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2012 Lexus GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lexus GS weights approximately 251 kg more than 2003 Chevrolet Corvette.
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, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette (543 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Lexus GS. (371 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Lexus GS.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Chevrolet Corvette | 2012 Lexus GS | |
Make | Chevrolet | Lexus |
Model | Corvette | GS |
Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5968 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 303 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 543 Nm | 371 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1721 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4826 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1425 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 71 L |