2007 Lexus GS vs. 1970 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2007 Lexus GS is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 4,293 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lexus GS (279 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 1970 Toyota Corolla. (59 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 1970 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lexus GS weights approximately 1070 kg more than 1970 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (418 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 341 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Corolla. (77 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Lexus GS | 1970 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Lexus | Toyota |
Model | GS | Corolla |
Year Released | 2007 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1077 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 279 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 418 Nm | 77 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.5 mm | 61 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2290 mm |