1990 Lexus LS vs. 1967 Saab Sonett
To start off, 1990 Lexus LS is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Saab Sonett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Saab Sonett 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 178 more horse power than 1967 Saab Sonett. (64 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 1967 Saab Sonett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Lexus LS weights approximately 1045 kg more than 1967 Saab Sonett. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Lexus LS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1990 Lexus LS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1967 Saab Sonett, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Saab Sonett. (115 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1990 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Saab Sonett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Lexus LS | 1967 Saab Sonett | |
| Make | Lexus | Saab |
| Model | LS | Sonett |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3968 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2160 mm |
