1969 Ford Capri vs. 2004 Lexus SC
To start off, 2004 Lexus SC is newer by 35 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 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Lexus SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lexus SC (225 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1969 Ford Capri. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 1969 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lexus SC weights approximately 435 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, 2004 Lexus SC (290 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ford Capri. (199 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 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 | 2004 Lexus SC | |
| Make | Ford | Lexus |
| Model | Capri | SC |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2294 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 199 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2700 mm |
