2007 Lexus GS vs. 1968 Opel Diplomat
To start off, 2007 Lexus GS is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Opel Diplomat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Opel Diplomat would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Opel Diplomat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lexus GS (290 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1968 Opel Diplomat. (227 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 1968 Opel Diplomat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Opel Diplomat weights approximately 4 kg more than 2007 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 Lexus GS (433 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Opel Diplomat. (427 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Opel Diplomat.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Lexus GS | 1968 Opel Diplomat | |
Make | Lexus | Opel |
Model | GS | Diplomat |
Year Released | 2007 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 5354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Torque | 433 Nm | 427 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.5 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 80 L |