1975 Lancia Beta vs. 2012 Lexus LS
To start off, 2012 Lexus LS is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lexus LS (438 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 323 more horse power than 1975 Lancia Beta. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 1975 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lexus LS weights approximately 1300 kg more than 1975 Lancia Beta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Lexus LS is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Lancia Beta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Lexus LS 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, 2012 Lexus LS (521 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 345 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Lancia Beta. (176 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Lancia Beta | 2012 Lexus LS | |
| Make | Lancia | Lexus |
| Model | Beta | LS |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 438 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 521 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 2360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5179 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1875 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3091 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 84 L |
