1997 Lexus LS vs. 1965 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1997 Lexus LS is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 3,967 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Lexus LS (280 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1965 Toyota Crown. (98 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 1965 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Lexus LS weights approximately 440 kg more than 1965 Toyota Crown. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1997 Lexus LS (398 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Toyota Crown. (200 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Lexus LS | 1965 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Lexus | Toyota |
| Model | LS | Crown |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3967 cc | 2599 cc |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 398 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 61 L |
