1972 Jensen Healey vs. 1988 Lexus LS
To start off, 1988 Lexus LS is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Jensen Healey. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Jensen Healey would be higher. At 3,969 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Lexus LS (242 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1972 Jensen Healey. (138 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 1972 Jensen Healey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Lexus LS weights approximately 850 kg more than 1972 Jensen Healey. 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, 1988 Lexus LS (350 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Jensen Healey. (176 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1988 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Jensen Healey. 1988 Lexus LS has automatic transmission and 1972 Jensen Healey has manual transmission. 1972 Jensen Healey will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Lexus LS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Jensen Healey | 1988 Lexus LS | |
| Make | Jensen | Lexus |
| Model | Healey | LS |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 3969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2820 mm |
