2004 Lexus SC vs. 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
To start off, 2004 Lexus SC is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lexus SC (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 193 kg more than 2004 Lexus SC.
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 (441 Nm) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (380 Nm). This means 2004 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Lexus SC | 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
| Make | Lexus | Oldsmobile |
| Model | SC | Ninety-Eight |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4277 cc | 5736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 103.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1742 kg | 1935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3230 mm |
