1971 Chrysler Newport vs. 2012 Lexus LS
To start off, 2012 Lexus LS is newer by 41 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, 2012 Lexus LS (380 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1971 Chrysler Newport. (173 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 1971 Chrysler Newport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lexus LS weights approximately 108 kg more than 1971 Chrysler Newport. 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, 2012 Lexus LS (497 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Chrysler Newport. (387 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Chrysler Newport.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Chrysler Newport | 2012 Lexus LS | |
| Make | Chrysler | Lexus |
| Model | Newport | LS |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 497 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 2023 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 5179 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1875 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 3091 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 84 L |
