2004 Lexus SC vs. 1957 Opel Record
To start off, 2004 Lexus SC is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Opel Record. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Opel Record would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Lexus SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lexus SC (225 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1957 Opel Record. (44 HP @ 3900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 1957 Opel Record. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lexus SC weights approximately 580 kg more than 1957 Opel Record. 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, 2004 Lexus SC (290 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Opel Record. (98 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2004 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Opel Record.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Lexus SC | 1957 Opel Record | |
| Make | Lexus | Opel |
| Model | SC | Record |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 74 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2550 mm |
