2007 Lexus IS vs. 1952 Tatra T600
To start off, 2007 Lexus IS is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Tatra T600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Tatra T600 would be higher. At 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Lexus IS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lexus IS (205 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1952 Tatra T600. (51 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 1952 Tatra T600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lexus IS weights approximately 390 kg more than 1952 Tatra T600. 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, 2007 Lexus IS (252 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Tatra T600. (118 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Tatra T600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Lexus IS | 1952 Tatra T600 | |
| Make | Lexus | Tatra |
| Model | IS | T600 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1952 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 1952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2710 mm |
