05 TL 6MT vs 08 Lexus GS350 (highway runs)
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05 TL 6MT vs 08 Lexus GS350 (highway runs)
Went to Tampa FL for the weekend and ran a friend who just bought a black Lexus GS350
3 races (just so nobody says driver error, we had plenty of chances) all from 40mph-140mph. I walk him each and every race, ending up about a good 3-4 cars ahead.
I start pulling slowly as soon as we hit the gas but I do the most damage at the top of 4th gear it seems like his car runs out of steam at that point.
Good day gentlemen
3 races (just so nobody says driver error, we had plenty of chances) all from 40mph-140mph. I walk him each and every race, ending up about a good 3-4 cars ahead.
I start pulling slowly as soon as we hit the gas but I do the most damage at the top of 4th gear it seems like his car runs out of steam at that point.
Good day gentlemen
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I had no idea the GS350 was that quick, good runs!
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Nice kill Alex!
Those are definitely quick cars, quicker than the older ones for sure.
The LS460s are fast....watch out for those, they should beat us.
Those are definitely quick cars, quicker than the older ones for sure.
The LS460s are fast....watch out for those, they should beat us.
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Indeed both have the same forward gear ratios, but the final drive ratio of the IS is 4.08:1 vs the GS350's 3.73:1. So the IS is geared more for performance than the GS....which likely explains why Lexus lists the GS350 RWD as having better fuel economy than the 400lb+ lighter IS350.
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okay so its geared well to go from 0-105ish I'm guessing? Do you really need to go faster than that on public roads?
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GS350's can run 13.8-13.9 sec 1/4 mile's. HOWEVER, they only do so at 98-99 mph. They really are off the line cars and lose MAJOR steam on the top end.
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Is there an aftermarket exhaust for the GS? I bet it would sound very sexy
They move, don't sleep on them. I was surprised he wanted to run but I had no idea he would keep up like that
Can't wait to go to the track and see what I can do I should trap at least 2-3mph more then a GS350 in the 1/4 though, seeing as how I walked this one.
Thanks Sonnick! The LS460 is one amazing machine!! I've driven one and they glide over the road, not drive so smooth and very powerful!
Yup, I'll get my ass handed to me by a V8 GS I still think I'd beat the GS350 from start, maybe not by 3-4 cars but definitely pull on it. It will be harder, I know that for sure.
That's what it seemed like on the highway, he kept up until 110mph or so after that I was just gone. I love how the TL has a strong 4th gear especially with the mods.
Crazy fast!! Hopefully my next vehicle
They move, don't sleep on them. I was surprised he wanted to run but I had no idea he would keep up like that
Crazy fast!! Hopefully my next vehicle
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True, cars are getting faster every day. Now we have 4 door Camry's hitting 145mph and 14.xx 1/4 mile
Indeed both have the same forward gear ratios, but the final drive ratio of the IS is 4.08:1 vs the GS350's 3.73:1. So the IS is geared more for performance than the GS....which likely explains why Lexus lists the GS350 RWD as having better fuel economy than the 400lb+ lighter IS350.
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Went to a Indiana yesterday on my RSX, low gas...maybe 3 gallons left in tank, only person in car as well. I raced one of these with 3 fat guys inside, I pulled right past him. He would be in left lane, then scoot into right lane and go WOT and get back into left lane. He kept doing that, so after 3rd time I caught on and dropped it into 4th, got into VTEC zone and let it rip after him, I had to let off because I would of rear-ended him lol.
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damn alex, i just want you to know...that I BELIEVE YOU . way to rip em' a new one. freaking awesome run! you're another "types-09"
great driving man!!!
great driving man!!!
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how's the G37 treating you bro? I bet your having a blast with the RWD
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Nice Kill! 0-60 times on the GS are only just under 6 seconds. You would think he would have more up at the top, but you proved that wrong.
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3 races (just so nobody says driver error, we had plenty of chances) all from 40mph-140mph. I walk him each and every race, ending up about a good 3-4 cars ahead.
I start pulling slowly as soon as we hit the gas but I do the most damage at the top of 4th gear it seems like his car runs out of steam at that point.
Good day gentlemen
I start pulling slowly as soon as we hit the gas but I do the most damage at the top of 4th gear it seems like his car runs out of steam at that point.
Good day gentlemen
And be safe out there.. 140 mph is very dangerous speed..
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I haven't tasted the GS350 so I don't know what it tastes like. Was it good?
What you experienced seem spot on. The GS350 I believe has poor gearing after the quarter mile. Many of these automatic cars are designed for quarter mile runs and after that it's weak. Good win, btw.
And be safe out there.. 140 mph is very dangerous speed..
What you experienced seem spot on. The GS350 I believe has poor gearing after the quarter mile. Many of these automatic cars are designed for quarter mile runs and after that it's weak. Good win, btw.
And be safe out there.. 140 mph is very dangerous speed..
It was a very sexy looking car! About the taste, I'm sure his hot wife would have tasted good
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Also, if you were to run with the GS350 from dig he would have smoked you. Young one..
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Can a mod get rid of this douche before he gets all my threads locked up??
Mazdaspeedgod, you need a good old fashion ass whopping, this "young one" would be more then happy to deliver. Not racing, my fist to your mouth kinda ass whopping!
I'm done here.
Mazdaspeedgod, you need a good old fashion ass whopping, this "young one" would be more then happy to deliver. Not racing, my fist to your mouth kinda ass whopping!
I'm done here.
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^^ Seriously. Great, your MS3 is faster than the TL. Congrats on your "speed3" made for enthusiasts being faster than a luxury sedan
I would still love to find you on the streets in your MS3, or IS350 for that matter, and give you a taste of my ricer VTEC wahhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhh.
Stop clogging up Alex's threads.
I would still love to find you on the streets in your MS3, or IS350 for that matter, and give you a taste of my ricer VTEC wahhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhh.
Stop clogging up Alex's threads.
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I forecast that the IS350 will be faster even from roll as I believe it has shorter gears than the GS350 up top, and has more aggressive final drive ratio, plus it's lighter. They are actually faster than many people think from roll. Mine is just a tad slower than the 335i (1 car length), and MS3 is a bit faster than the IS350. But the cars like Honda Accord and Acura TL are easy to beat. It's not even a comparison, unless they are supercharged. Cute kid.
Also, if you were to run with the GS350 from dig he would have smoked you. Young one..
Also, if you were to run with the GS350 from dig he would have smoked you. Young one..
Manual Transmission and MS3 Demon are one in the same; I knew it.
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+1 on a Mod banning this guy polluting every damn thread with is undying love for the IS350/MS3