1970 Chrysler Newport vs. 2011 Lexus ES
To start off, 2011 Lexus ES is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Chrysler Newport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Chrysler Newport would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Chrysler Newport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lexus ES (268 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1970 Chrysler Newport. (173 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lexus ES should accelerate faster than 1970 Chrysler Newport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Chrysler Newport weights approximately 291 kg more than 2011 Lexus ES.
Because 1970 Chrysler Newport is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1970 Chrysler Newport. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Lexus ES, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1970 Chrysler Newport (388 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Lexus ES. (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1970 Chrysler Newport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Lexus ES.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Chrysler Newport | 2011 Lexus ES | |
| Make | Chrysler | Lexus |
| Model | Newport | ES |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1624 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4854 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |
