1967 Ford 17 vs. 2007 Lexus IS
To start off, 2007 Lexus IS is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Ford 17. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Ford 17 would be higher. At 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Lexus IS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lexus IS (205 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1967 Ford 17. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 1967 Ford 17. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lexus IS weights approximately 516 kg more than 1967 Ford 17. 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, 2007 Lexus IS (252 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Ford 17. (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Ford 17.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Ford 17 | 2007 Lexus IS | |
| Make | Ford | Lexus |
| Model | 17 | IS |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1566 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 65 L |
