1972 Chrysler Sedan vs. 2011 Lexus GS
To start off, 2011 Lexus GS is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chrysler Sedan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chrysler Sedan would be higher. At 5,899 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Chrysler Sedan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lexus GS (342 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1972 Chrysler Sedan. (252 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 1972 Chrysler Sedan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lexus GS weights approximately 219 kg more than 1972 Chrysler Sedan. 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, 1972 Chrysler Sedan (490 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Lexus GS. (459 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1972 Chrysler Sedan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Lexus GS.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Chrysler Sedan | 2011 Lexus GS | |
Make | Chrysler | Lexus |
Model | Sedan | GS |
Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5899 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 342 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 459 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1789 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4826 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1425 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2850 mm |