1967 Holden HR vs. 2004 Lexus SC
To start off, 2004 Lexus SC is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Holden HR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Holden HR would be higher. At 4,293 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Lexus SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lexus SC (290 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1967 Holden HR. (108 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 1967 Holden HR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lexus SC weights approximately 450 kg more than 1967 Holden HR. 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. Let's talk about torque, 2004 Lexus SC (447 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Holden HR. (245 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2004 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Holden HR.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Holden HR | 2004 Lexus SC | |
Make | Holden | Lexus |
Model | HR | SC |
Year Released | 1967 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3048 cc | 4293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 290 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 447 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2630 mm |