2008 Lexus GS vs. 1978 Reliant SE6
To start off, 2008 Lexus GS is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Reliant SE6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Reliant SE6 would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Reliant SE6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Lexus GS (242 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1978 Reliant SE6. (134 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 1978 Reliant SE6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lexus GS weights approximately 490 kg more than 1978 Reliant SE6. 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, 2008 Lexus GS (294 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Reliant SE6. (233 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Reliant SE6. 2008 Lexus GS has automatic transmission and 1978 Reliant SE6 has manual transmission. 1978 Reliant SE6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Lexus GS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Lexus GS | 1978 Reliant SE6 | |
| Make | Lexus | Reliant |
| Model | GS | SE6 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2992 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2650 mm |
