2012 Lexus LS vs. 1974 Avanti Avanti
To start off, 2012 Lexus LS is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 6,569 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lexus LS (380 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1974 Avanti Avanti. (177 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 1974 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lexus LS weights approximately 393 kg more than 1974 Avanti Avanti. 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, 2012 Lexus LS (497 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Avanti Avanti. (442 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Avanti Avanti.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Lexus LS | 1974 Avanti Avanti | |
| Make | Lexus | Avanti |
| Model | LS | Avanti |
| Year Released | 2012 | 1974 |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 6569 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 497 Nm | 442 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1973 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1875 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1476 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2969 mm | 2780 mm |
