1967 Ford Corsair vs. 2008 Lexus SC
To start off, 2008 Lexus SC is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Ford Corsair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Ford Corsair would be higher. At 4,291 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Lexus SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Lexus SC (282 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 1967 Ford Corsair. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 1967 Ford Corsair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lexus SC weights approximately 930 kg more than 1967 Ford Corsair. 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 (419 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Ford Corsair. (101 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2008 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Ford Corsair.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Ford Corsair | 2008 Lexus SC | |
| Make | Ford | Lexus |
| Model | Corsair | SC |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 4291 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 419 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.7 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 75 L |
