1995 Italdesign Nazca vs. 1988 Lexus LS
To start off, 1995 Italdesign Nazca is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Lexus LS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Lexus LS would be higher. At 4,987 cc (12 cylinders), 1995 Italdesign Nazca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Italdesign Nazca (346 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1988 Lexus LS. (242 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Italdesign Nazca should accelerate faster than 1988 Lexus LS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Lexus LS weights approximately 815 kg more than 1995 Italdesign Nazca.
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, 1995 Italdesign Nazca (470 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lexus LS. (350 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1995 Italdesign Nazca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lexus LS.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Italdesign Nazca | 1988 Lexus LS | |
Make | Italdesign | Lexus |
Model | Nazca | LS |
Year Released | 1995 | 1988 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4987 cc | 3969 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 346 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 470 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2090 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2820 mm |