1974 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2012 Lexus IS
To start off, 2012 Lexus IS is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lexus IS (204 HP) has 9 more horse power than 1974 Chevrolet Corvette. (195 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 1974 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2012 Lexus IS is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Lexus IS 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, 1974 Chevrolet Corvette (373 Nm) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Lexus IS. (251 Nm). This means 1974 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Lexus IS. 2012 Lexus IS has automatic transmission and 1974 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 1974 Chevrolet Corvette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Lexus IS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Chevrolet Corvette | 2012 Lexus IS | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lexus |
| Model | Corvette | IS |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5736 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 204 HP |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4585 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2731 mm |
