1996 Italdesign Nazca vs. 2009 Lexus IS
To start off, 2009 Lexus IS is newer by 13 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 142 more horse power than 2009 Lexus IS. (204 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Italdesign Nazca should accelerate faster than 2009 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lexus IS weights approximately 765 kg more than 1996 Italdesign Nazca.
Because 2009 Lexus IS is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Italdesign Nazca. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Lexus IS 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, 1996 Italdesign Nazca (470 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lexus IS. (251 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1996 Italdesign Nazca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Italdesign Nazca | 2009 Lexus IS | |
| Make | Italdesign | Lexus |
| Model | Nazca | IS |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4988 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 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 | 1765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2090 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2740 mm |
