2005 Lexus GS vs. 1968 Toyota Sport 800
To start off, 2005 Lexus GS is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Toyota Sport 800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Toyota Sport 800 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lexus GS (242 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 1968 Toyota Sport 800. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 1968 Toyota Sport 800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lexus GS weights approximately 1123 kg more than 1968 Toyota Sport 800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Lexus GS is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Toyota Sport 800. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Lexus GS will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Lexus GS (312 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Toyota Sport 800. (67 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Toyota Sport 800.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lexus GS | 1968 Toyota Sport 800 | |
| Make | Lexus | Toyota |
| Model | GS | Sport 800 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 67 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 582 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 3590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 75 L |
