1975 Chrysler Valiant vs. 2012 Lexus GS
To start off, 2012 Lexus GS is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Chrysler Valiant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Chrysler Valiant would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Chrysler Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lexus GS (303 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1975 Chrysler Valiant. (227 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 1975 Chrysler Valiant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lexus GS weights approximately 266 kg more than 1975 Chrysler Valiant. 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 Valiant (461 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Lexus GS. (371 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1975 Chrysler Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Lexus GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Chrysler Valiant | 2012 Lexus GS | |
| Make | Chrysler | Lexus |
| Model | Valiant | GS |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 303 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 371 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1721 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4826 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1425 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2850 mm |
