2005 Lexus GS vs. 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight
To start off, 2005 Lexus GS is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lexus GS (242 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (109 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lexus GS weights approximately 80 kg more than 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. 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 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. 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 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lexus GS | 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | |
| Make | Lexus | Oldsmobile |
| Model | GS | Eighty-Eight |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 5550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2960 mm |
