1975 Chrysler Charger vs. 2011 Lexus GS
To start off, 2011 Lexus GS is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Chrysler Charger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Chrysler Charger would be higher. At 3,521 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Chrysler Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lexus GS (340 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1975 Chrysler Charger. (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 1975 Chrysler Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lexus GS weights approximately 545 kg more than 1975 Chrysler Charger. 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, 2011 Lexus GS (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Chrysler Charger. (272 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2011 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Chrysler Charger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Chrysler Charger | 2011 Lexus GS | |
| Make | Chrysler | Lexus |
| Model | Charger | GS |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3521 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 272 Nm | 362 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4844 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1425 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2850 mm |
