1972 Chrysler Sedan vs. 2012 Lexus IS
To start off, 2012 Lexus IS is newer by 40 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, 1972 Chrysler Sedan (252 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2012 Lexus IS. (150 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Chrysler Sedan should accelerate faster than 2012 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chrysler Sedan weights approximately 25 kg more than 2012 Lexus IS. 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 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Lexus IS. (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1972 Chrysler Sedan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Chrysler Sedan | 2012 Lexus IS | |
Make | Chrysler | Lexus |
Model | Sedan | IS |
Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5899 cc | 2231 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1545 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4585 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1801 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2731 mm |