2005 Lexus RX vs. 1968 Toyota Century
To start off, 2005 Lexus RX is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Toyota Century would be higher. At 3,310 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Lexus RX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lexus RX (231 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1968 Toyota Century. (127 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lexus RX should accelerate faster than 1968 Toyota Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Toyota Century weights approximately 49 kg more than 2005 Lexus RX.
Because 1968 Toyota Century is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Toyota Century. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Lexus RX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Lexus RX (328 Nm) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Toyota Century. (250 Nm). This means 2005 Lexus RX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Toyota Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lexus RX | 1968 Toyota Century | |
| Make | Lexus | Toyota |
| Model | RX | Century |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1968 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3310 cc | 2981 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 231 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1751 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 70 L |
