1961 Ford Prefect vs. 2007 Lexus LS
To start off, 2007 Lexus LS is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Ford Prefect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Ford Prefect 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 (380 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 345 more horse power than 1961 Ford Prefect. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 1961 Ford Prefect.
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 427 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2007 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Ford Prefect. 2007 Lexus LS has automatic transmission and 1961 Ford Prefect has manual transmission. 1961 Ford Prefect 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:
| 1961 Ford Prefect | 2007 Lexus LS | |
| Make | Ford | Lexus |
| Model | Prefect | LS |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 4608 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 498 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 5040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2980 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 84 L |
