2007 Lexus LS vs. 1976 Avanti Avanti
To start off, 2007 Lexus LS is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 6,570 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lexus LS (381 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1976 Avanti Avanti. (177 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 1976 Avanti Avanti.
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 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Avanti Avanti. (442 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Avanti Avanti.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Lexus LS | 1976 Avanti Avanti | |
| Make | Lexus | Avanti |
| Model | LS | Avanti |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1976 |
| Engine Size | 4608 cc | 6570 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 381 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 498 Nm | 442 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2780 mm |
