2005 Lexus GS vs. 1988 Toyota Supra
To start off, 2005 Lexus GS is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Toyota Supra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Toyota Supra would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Toyota Supra (267 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2005 Lexus GS. (242 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Toyota Supra should accelerate faster than 2005 Lexus GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lexus GS weights approximately 670 kg more than 1988 Toyota Supra.
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, 1988 Toyota Supra (358 Nm) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lexus GS. (296 Nm). This means 1988 Toyota Supra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lexus GS. 2005 Lexus GS has automatic transmission and 1988 Toyota Supra has manual transmission. 1988 Toyota Supra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Lexus GS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lexus GS | 1988 Toyota Supra | |
| Make | Lexus | Toyota |
| Model | GS | Supra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2995 cc | 2954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 267 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 358 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 50 L |
