1990 Lexus LS vs. 1965 Tatra T603
To start off, 1990 Lexus LS is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Tatra T603 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 138 more horse power than 1965 Tatra T603. (104 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 1965 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Lexus LS weights approximately 345 kg more than 1965 Tatra T603. 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 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Tatra T603. (171 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Tatra T603. 1990 Lexus LS has automatic transmission and 1965 Tatra T603 has manual transmission. 1965 Tatra T603 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 Tatra T603 | |
Make | Lexus | Tatra |
Model | LS | T603 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1965 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3968 cc | 2472 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 171 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2760 mm |