1964 Ford GT 40 vs. 2007 Lexus IS
To start off, 2007 Lexus IS is newer by 43 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 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 1964 Ford GT 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Ford GT 40 (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 2007 Lexus IS. (211 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 2007 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lexus IS weights approximately 711 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, 2007 Lexus IS (288 Nm) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 2007 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Ford GT 40. 2007 Lexus IS has automatic transmission and 1964 Ford GT 40 has manual transmission. 1964 Ford GT 40 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Lexus IS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Ford GT 40 | 2007 Lexus IS | |
| Make | Ford | Lexus |
| Model | GT 40 | IS |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 288 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 864 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1040 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2680 mm |
