1990 Lexus LS vs. 1965 Steyr 650T
To start off, 1990 Lexus LS is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Steyr 650T. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Steyr 650T would be higher. At 3,968 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Lexus LS (242 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 1965 Steyr 650T. (20 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 1965 Steyr 650T. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Lexus LS weights approximately 1315 kg more than 1965 Steyr 650T. 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, 1990 Lexus LS (350 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Steyr 650T. (40 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1990 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Steyr 650T. 1990 Lexus LS has automatic transmission and 1965 Steyr 650T has manual transmission. 1965 Steyr 650T will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Lexus LS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Lexus LS | 1965 Steyr 650T | |
| Make | Lexus | Steyr |
| Model | LS | 650T |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1965 |
| Engine Size | 3968 cc | 643 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 2970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 1850 mm |
