2009 Lexus GS vs. 1963 Skoda 1202
To start off, 2009 Lexus GS is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Skoda 1202. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Skoda 1202 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lexus GS (246 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1963 Skoda 1202. (44 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 1963 Skoda 1202. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lexus GS weights approximately 515 kg more than 1963 Skoda 1202. 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, 2009 Lexus GS (310 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Skoda 1202. (85 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Skoda 1202.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lexus GS | 1963 Skoda 1202 | |
| Make | Lexus | Skoda |
| Model | GS | 1202 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 246 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 30 L |
