2008 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2012 Lexus GS
To start off, 2012 Lexus GS is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 6,162 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette (430 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2012 Lexus GS. (340 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2012 Lexus GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lexus GS weights approximately 30 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Corvette.
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 Chevrolet Corvette (575 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Lexus GS. (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Lexus GS.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Corvette | 2012 Lexus GS | |
Make | Chevrolet | Lexus |
Model | Corvette | GS |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6162 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 430 HP | 340 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 575 Nm | 362 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 1875 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4844 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1425 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 65 L |