But you also have to take in the consideration passing power. Zero to sixty is one thing, but how about 20-60, 30-50, 50-70, etc. I have no idea which one is actually faster, usually it has nothing to do with 0-60 numbers, but I would prefer the car that has better passing power.

 

Ok, at this point i think i will grab the first good deal. The GS350 is actually more expensive than the GS430's i have seen. The specs are pretty darn close. GS350: 303HP @ 6200 274 ft lb @ 3600 compared to the GS430: 300HP @ 5600 and 325 ft lb @ 3400 RPM. Judging by the #'s only, IMO i think the 430 is faster at any speed. I guess i have to take them both for a test-drive and see.


Anyone konw if the 07 430 has the 5th gen Nav?

 

Yes, the '07s should.

 

I think you are under estimating the high end power of the direct injection technology my friend.

 

430 has worse gas mileage, for the same power that loses my interest

 

i think i am too. i should just set up a race (on a closed track that is)

 

On the high end, Lexus dual injection techonolgy switches to almost all direct injection, I know for a fact that I have no problem what so ever passing people on the highway cruising at 80 MPH.

 

You must also ask yourself if you want AWD or RWD? For me, it was a no brainer...needed AWD for these snowy NJ winters...although it hasnt snowed at all this year. But I will tell you this....the 350 is plenty fast...it still makes me smile when i hit the gas

 

someone set up a race on a closed trackkkkkkkkkkkkkk.

Also, the 06 has 300hp and 325lb Tq rigth?

 

Nothing can beat the bigger displacement of a V8. If you happen to go uphill, the V8 pulls a lot easier.

 

Someone set up a 0-60 on a hill More torque is nice to have but I think the limitation here is the tires. Just the traction control alone will eliminate the 8 cylinder's torque advantage. Can you turn off the 06 GS430' traction control?

 

Traction control? Hummh..I hate it especially when there's a turbo that can break lose the traction, and it's held back.