1996 Lexus SC vs. 2013 Infiniti EX
To start off, 2013 Infiniti EX is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Lexus SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Lexus SC would be higher. At 3,969 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Lexus SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Infiniti EX (321 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1996 Lexus SC. (260 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti EX should accelerate faster than 1996 Lexus SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Infiniti EX weights approximately 157 kg more than 1996 Lexus SC. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Infiniti EX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Lexus SC. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti EX 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 Lexus SC (370 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Infiniti EX. (362 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1996 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Infiniti EX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Lexus SC | 2013 Infiniti EX | |
| Make | Lexus | Infiniti |
| Model | SC | EX |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3969 cc | 3696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 362 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1638 kg | 1795 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4631 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1803 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1589 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2850 mm |
