1968 Ford Ranchero 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 Ranchero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford Ranchero would be higher. At 7,022 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Ford Ranchero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ford Ranchero (355 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2011 Lexus GS. (342 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ford Ranchero should accelerate faster than 2011 Lexus GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lexus GS weights approximately 224 kg more than 1968 Ford Ranchero.
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 Ranchero (651 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Lexus GS. (459 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1968 Ford Ranchero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Lexus GS.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Ford Ranchero | 2011 Lexus GS | |
Make | Ford | Lexus |
Model | Ranchero | GS |
Year Released | 1968 | 2011 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7022 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 355 HP | 342 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 651 Nm | 459 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1789 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4826 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1425 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2850 mm |