1966 Ford Mustang vs. 2012 Lexus IS
To start off, 2012 Lexus IS is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 6,385 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ford Mustang (320 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2012 Lexus IS. (204 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2012 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lexus IS weights approximately 563 kg more than 1966 Ford Mustang.
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 IS (251 Nm) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford Mustang. (85 Nm). This means 2012 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ford Mustang | 2012 Lexus IS | |
| Make | Ford | Lexus |
| Model | Mustang | IS |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6385 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1179 kg | 1742 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4633 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1415 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2731 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 65 L |
