1969 Ford Capri vs. 1997 Lexus SC
To start off, 1997 Lexus SC is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ford Capri would be higher. At 3,969 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Lexus SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Lexus SC (242 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1969 Ford Capri. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 1969 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Lexus SC weights approximately 575 kg more than 1969 Ford Capri. 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, 1997 Lexus SC (365 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ford Capri. (126 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1997 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Ford Capri | 1997 Lexus SC | |
| Make | Ford | Lexus |
| Model | Capri | SC |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 3969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 365 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2700 mm |
