1968 Ford 17 vs. 2012 Lexus LFA
To start off, 2012 Lexus LFA is newer by 44 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 4,800 cc (10 cylinders), 2012 Lexus LFA is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lexus LFA (552 HP @ 8700 RPM) has 493 more horse power than 1968 Ford 17. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lexus LFA should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford 17. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lexus LFA weights approximately 424 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, 2012 Lexus LFA (479 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 367 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford 17. (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Lexus LFA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford 17.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Ford 17 | 2012 Lexus LFA | |
Make | Ford | Lexus |
Model | 17 | LFA |
Year Released | 1968 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 552 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 8700 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 479 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4506 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1895 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1219 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2606 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 73 L |