1968 Ford GT 40 vs. 2011 Lexus GS
To start off, 2011 Lexus GS is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford GT 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford GT 40 would be higher. At 4,948 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Ford GT 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ford GT 40 (424 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 2011 Lexus GS. (303 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 2011 Lexus GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lexus GS weights approximately 761 kg more than 1968 Ford GT 40.
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, 1968 Ford GT 40 (637 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Lexus GS. (371 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1968 Ford GT 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Lexus GS. 2011 Lexus GS has automatic transmission and 1968 Ford GT 40 has manual transmission. 1968 Ford GT 40 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Lexus GS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ford GT 40 | 2011 Lexus GS | |
| Make | Ford | Lexus |
| Model | GT 40 | GS |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4948 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 424 HP | 303 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 637 Nm | 371 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1721 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4826 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 980 mm | 1425 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 125 L | 71 L |
