1972 Austin 2200 vs. 2005 Lexus SC
To start off, 2005 Lexus SC is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Austin 2200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Austin 2200 would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Lexus SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lexus SC (225 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1972 Austin 2200. (110 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 1972 Austin 2200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lexus SC weights approximately 294 kg more than 1972 Austin 2200. 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, 2005 Lexus SC (290 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Austin 2200. (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Austin 2200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Austin 2200 | 2005 Lexus SC | |
| Make | Austin | Lexus |
| Model | 2200 | SC |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2227 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1181 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 66 L |
