1963 Pontiac Tempest vs. 1995 Toyota Lexcen
To start off, 1995 Toyota Lexcen is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Pontiac Tempest. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Pontiac Tempest would be higher. At 6,376 cc (8 cylinders), 1963 Pontiac Tempest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Pontiac Tempest (295 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1995 Toyota Lexcen. (194 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Pontiac Tempest should accelerate faster than 1995 Toyota Lexcen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Pontiac Tempest weights approximately 25 kg more than 1995 Toyota Lexcen. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Pontiac Tempest | 1995 Toyota Lexcen | |
| Make | Pontiac | Toyota |
| Model | Tempest | Lexcen |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6376 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2740 mm |
