1971 Chrysler Newport vs. 2004 Lexus GS
To start off, 2004 Lexus GS is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Chrysler Newport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Chrysler Newport would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Chrysler Newport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lexus GS (220 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1971 Chrysler Newport. (173 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 1971 Chrysler Newport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Chrysler Newport weights approximately 260 kg more than 2004 Lexus GS.
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, 1971 Chrysler Newport (387 Nm) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Lexus GS. (298 Nm). This means 1971 Chrysler Newport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Lexus GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Chrysler Newport | 2004 Lexus GS | |
| Make | Chrysler | Lexus |
| Model | Newport | GS |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1655 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 75 L |
