1965 Ford Anglia vs. 2008 Lexus SC
To start off, 2008 Lexus SC is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Ford Anglia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Ford Anglia would be higher. At 4,293 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Lexus SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Lexus SC (288 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 1965 Ford Anglia. (37 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 1965 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lexus SC weights approximately 829 kg more than 1965 Ford Anglia. 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, 2008 Lexus SC (430 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 360 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Ford Anglia. (70 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2008 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Ford Anglia. 2008 Lexus SC has automatic transmission and 1965 Ford Anglia has manual transmission. 1965 Ford Anglia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Lexus SC will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Ford Anglia | 2008 Lexus SC | |
Make | Ford | Lexus |
Model | Anglia | SC |
Year Released | 1965 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 997 cc | 4293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 37 HP | 288 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 430 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 737 kg | 1566 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 75 L |