1968 Ford Escort vs. 2007 Lexus GS
To start off, 2007 Lexus GS is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford Escort would be higher. At 4,293 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lexus GS (290 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 246 more horse power than 1968 Ford Escort. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Escort.
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 GS (433 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 366 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (67 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Escort. 2007 Lexus GS has automatic transmission and 1968 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1968 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Lexus GS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ford Escort | 2007 Lexus GS | |
| Make | Ford | Lexus |
| Model | Escort | GS |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 939 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 67 Nm | 433 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 71 L |
