1965 Fiat 2300 vs. 2012 Lexus LS
To start off, 2012 Lexus LS is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Fiat 2300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Fiat 2300 would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lexus LS (438 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 304 more horse power than 1965 Fiat 2300. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 1965 Fiat 2300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lexus LS weights approximately 1050 kg more than 1965 Fiat 2300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Lexus LS is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Fiat 2300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Lexus LS will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Lexus LS (521 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 342 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Fiat 2300. (179 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Fiat 2300.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Fiat 2300 | 2012 Lexus LS | |
Make | Fiat | Lexus |
Model | 2300 | LS |
Year Released | 1965 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2279 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 438 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 521 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 2360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 5179 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1875 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1481 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3091 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 84 L |