1972 Porsche 911 vs. 2013 Lexus RX
To start off, 2013 Lexus RX is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 2,341 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Lexus RX (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1972 Porsche 911. (190 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Lexus RX should accelerate faster than 1972 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Lexus RX weights approximately 893 kg more than 1972 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Lexus RX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Lexus RX will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Lexus RX (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Porsche 911. (217 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2013 Lexus RX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Porsche 911 | 2013 Lexus RX | |
Make | Porsche | Lexus |
Model | 911 | RX |
Year Released | 1972 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 2341 cc | 211 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | electric |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 266 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70.4 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
Top Speed | 232 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1077 kg | 1970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1885 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2740 mm |