2007 Lexus LS vs. 1973 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 2007 Lexus LS is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Nissan Laurel would be higher. At 4,608 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lexus LS (376 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 279 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Laurel. (97 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lexus LS weights approximately 825 kg more than 1973 Nissan Laurel. 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 LS (493 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Laurel. (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Laurel.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Lexus LS | 1973 Nissan Laurel | |
Make | Lexus | Nissan |
Model | LS | Laurel |
Year Released | 2007 | 1973 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4608 cc | 1990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 376 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 493 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2680 mm |