2009 Lexus GS vs. 1971 Seat 1430
To start off, 2009 Lexus GS is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Seat 1430. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Seat 1430 would be higher. At 3,455 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lexus GS (292 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 1971 Seat 1430. (70 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 1971 Seat 1430. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lexus GS weights approximately 935 kg more than 1971 Seat 1430. 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 (368 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Seat 1430. (112 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2009 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Seat 1430.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lexus GS | 1971 Seat 1430 | |
| Make | Lexus | Seat |
| Model | GS | 1430 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3455 cc | 1438 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 292 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 368 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2430 mm |
