2007 Lexus LS vs. 1973 Opel Admiral
To start off, 2007 Lexus LS is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Opel Admiral. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Opel Admiral 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 (381 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 239 more horse power than 1973 Opel Admiral. (142 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 1973 Opel Admiral.
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 (498 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Opel Admiral. (227 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Opel Admiral. 2007 Lexus LS has automatic transmission and 1973 Opel Admiral has manual transmission. 1973 Opel Admiral will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Lexus LS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Lexus LS | 1973 Opel Admiral | |
| Make | Lexus | Opel |
| Model | LS | Admiral |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4608 cc | 2784 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 381 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 498 Nm | 227 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 80 L |
