1993 Italdesign Nazca vs. 2009 Lexus LS
To start off, 2009 Lexus LS is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Italdesign Nazca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Italdesign Nazca would be higher. At 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1993 Italdesign Nazca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lexus LS (357 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1993 Italdesign Nazca. (346 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 1993 Italdesign Nazca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lexus LS weights approximately 865 kg more than 1993 Italdesign Nazca. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Lexus LS is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Italdesign Nazca. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1993 Italdesign Nazca (470 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lexus LS. (466 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1993 Italdesign Nazca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lexus LS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Italdesign Nazca | 2009 Lexus LS | |
| Make | Italdesign | Lexus |
| Model | Nazca | LS |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4988 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 357 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 466 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2090 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2980 mm |
