1964 Ford GT 40 vs. 2004 Lexus SC
To start off, 2004 Lexus SC is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Ford GT 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Ford GT 40 would be higher. At 4,277 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Lexus SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Ford GT 40 (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2004 Lexus SC. (300 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 2004 Lexus SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lexus SC weights approximately 878 kg more than 1964 Ford GT 40.
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, 2004 Lexus SC (441 Nm) has 356 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 2004 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Ford GT 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Ford GT 40 | 2004 Lexus SC | |
| Make | Ford | Lexus |
| Model | GT 40 | SC |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 4277 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.6 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 83 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 864 kg | 1742 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1040 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2720 mm |
