2004 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2012 Lexus LS
To start off, 2012 Lexus LS is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lexus LS (380 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Corvette. (339 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lexus LS weights approximately 453 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Corvette. 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, 2012 Lexus LS (497 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Corvette. (483 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2012 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Corvette. 2012 Lexus LS has automatic transmission and 2004 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 2004 Chevrolet Corvette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Lexus LS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Corvette | 2012 Lexus LS | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lexus |
| Model | Corvette | LS |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5665 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 339 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 483 Nm | 497 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| 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 | 1520 kg | 1973 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1875 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2969 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 84 L |
