1973 Holden UTE vs. 2007 Lexus LS
To start off, 2007 Lexus LS is newer by 34 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, 2007 Lexus LS (381 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1973 Holden UTE. (240 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Lexus LS (498 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Holden UTE. (427 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Holden UTE.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Holden UTE | 2007 Lexus LS | |
Make | Holden | Lexus |
Model | UTE | LS |
Year Released | 1973 | 2007 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5047 cc | 4608 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 381 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 498 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
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 | 5160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1480 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 84 L |