2006 Lexus GS vs. 1996 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 2006 Lexus GS is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mazda RX-7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mazda RX-7 would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mazda RX-7 (238 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2006 Lexus GS. (217 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 2006 Lexus GS.
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, 1996 Mazda RX-7 (296 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lexus GS. (294 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1996 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lexus GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lexus GS | 1996 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | Lexus | Mazda |
| Model | GS | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 2616 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 77 L |
