2007 Lexus LS vs. 1995 Lexus SC
To start off, 2007 Lexus LS is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Lexus SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Lexus SC 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 139 more horse power than 1995 Lexus SC. (242 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 1995 Lexus SC.
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 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lexus SC. (365 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2007 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lexus SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Lexus LS | 1995 Lexus SC | |
| Make | Lexus | Lexus |
| Model | LS | SC |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4608 cc | 3967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 381 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 498 Nm | 365 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 66 L |
