2007 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2000 Lexus GS
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Lexus GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Lexus GS would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Corvette (617 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 340 more horse power than 2000 Lexus GS. (277 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2000 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, 2007 Chevrolet Corvette (789 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 372 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Lexus GS. (417 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Lexus GS. 2000 Lexus GS has automatic transmission and 2007 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 2007 Chevrolet Corvette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Lexus GS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Corvette | 2000 Lexus GS | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lexus |
| Model | Corvette | GS |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6000 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 617 HP | 277 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 789 Nm | 417 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 331 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2810 mm |
