1995 Acura Legend vs. 2007 Lexus LS
To start off, 2007 Lexus LS is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Acura Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Acura Legend would be higher. At 4,608 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lexus LS (376 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1995 Acura Legend. (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 1995 Acura Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lexus LS weights approximately 350 kg more than 1995 Acura Legend. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 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 2007 Lexus LS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Acura Legend, 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, 2007 Lexus LS (493 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Acura Legend. (286 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Acura Legend. 2007 Lexus LS has automatic transmission and 1995 Acura Legend has manual transmission. 1995 Acura Legend will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Lexus LS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Acura Legend | 2007 Lexus LS | |
| Make | Acura | Lexus |
| Model | Legend | LS |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3206 cc | 4608 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 493 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 5040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2980 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 84 L |
