2009 Lexus RX vs. 1967 Plymouth Fury

To start off, 2009 Lexus RX is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Plymouth Fury. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Plymouth Fury would be higher. At 6,295 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Plymouth Fury is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Plymouth Fury (326 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2009 Lexus RX. (272 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Plymouth Fury should accelerate faster than 2009 Lexus RX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Plymouth Fury weights approximately 49 kg more than 2009 Lexus RX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2009 Lexus RX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Plymouth Fury. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Lexus RX will offer significantly more control. 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, 1967 Plymouth Fury (577 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lexus RX. (342 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1967 Plymouth Fury will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lexus RX.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Lexus RX 1967 Plymouth Fury
Make Lexus Plymouth
Model RX Fury
Year Released 2009 1967
Body Type SUV Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3456 cc 6295 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 272 HP 326 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 4800 RPM
Torque 342 Nm 577 Nm
Torque RPM 4700 RPM 2800 RPM
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1910 kg 1959 kg
Vehicle Length 4750 mm 5420 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1980 mm
Vehicle Height 1680 mm 1400 mm
Wheelbase Size 2720 mm 3030 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 72 L 94 L


 

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