1975 Chrysler Sedan vs. 2012 Lexus IS
To start off, 2012 Lexus IS is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Chrysler Sedan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Chrysler Sedan would be higher. At 5,897 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Chrysler Sedan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lexus IS (306 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1975 Chrysler Sedan. (252 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 1975 Chrysler Sedan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lexus IS weights approximately 155 kg more than 1975 Chrysler Sedan. 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, 1975 Chrysler Sedan (490 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Lexus IS. (375 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1975 Chrysler Sedan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Chrysler Sedan | 2012 Lexus IS | |
Make | Chrysler | Lexus |
Model | Sedan | IS |
Year Released | 1975 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5897 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 375 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4636 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1801 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1415 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2731 mm |