1969 Lamborghini Islero vs. 1998 Lexus SC
To start off, 1998 Lexus SC is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Lamborghini Islero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Lamborghini Islero would be higher. At 3,928 cc (12 cylinders), 1969 Lamborghini Islero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Lamborghini Islero (346 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1998 Lexus SC. (225 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Lamborghini Islero should accelerate faster than 1998 Lexus SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lexus SC weights approximately 15 kg more than 1969 Lamborghini Islero.
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, 1969 Lamborghini Islero (393 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lexus SC. (290 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1969 Lamborghini Islero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lexus SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Lamborghini Islero | 1998 Lexus SC | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Lexus |
| Model | Islero | SC |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3928 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2700 mm |
