1996 Italdesign Nazca vs. 1999 Lexus ES
To start off, 1999 Lexus ES is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Italdesign Nazca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Italdesign Nazca would be higher. At 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Italdesign Nazca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Italdesign Nazca (346 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1999 Lexus ES. (210 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Italdesign Nazca should accelerate faster than 1999 Lexus ES. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lexus ES weights approximately 530 kg more than 1996 Italdesign Nazca.
Because 1996 Italdesign Nazca 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 1996 Italdesign Nazca. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Lexus ES, 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, 1996 Italdesign Nazca (470 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lexus ES. (298 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1996 Italdesign Nazca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lexus ES.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Italdesign Nazca | 1999 Lexus ES | |
Make | Italdesign | Lexus |
Model | Nazca | ES |
Year Released | 1996 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4988 cc | 2997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 346 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 470 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2090 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2680 mm |