1968 Ford 17 vs. 1999 Lexus GS
To start off, 1999 Lexus GS is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford 17. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford 17 would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lexus GS (225 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1968 Ford 17. (123 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford 17. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lexus GS weights approximately 520 kg more than 1968 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, 1999 Lexus GS (296 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford 17. (201 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford 17.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ford 17 | 1999 Lexus GS | |
| Make | Ford | Lexus |
| Model | 17 | GS |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2550 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 201 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 75 L |
