1989 Avanti Avanti vs. 2007 Lexus SC
To start off, 2007 Lexus SC is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lexus SC (268 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1989 Avanti Avanti. (202 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 1989 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 157 kg more than 2007 Lexus SC.
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, 2007 Lexus SC (431 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Avanti Avanti. (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2007 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Avanti Avanti.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Avanti Avanti | 2007 Lexus SC | |
| Make | Avanti | Lexus |
| Model | Avanti | SC |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 431 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1704 kg | 1547 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3400 mm | 2630 mm |
