1973 Holden UTE vs. 2005 Lexus LS
To start off, 2005 Lexus LS is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Holden UTE. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Holden UTE would be higher. At 5,047 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Holden UTE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lexus LS (279 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1973 Holden UTE. (240 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 1973 Holden UTE.
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, 1973 Holden UTE (427 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lexus LS. (419 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1973 Holden UTE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lexus LS.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Holden UTE | 2005 Lexus LS | |
Make | Holden | Lexus |
Model | UTE | LS |
Year Released | 1973 | 2005 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5047 cc | 4293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 279 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 419 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1480 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 84 L |