1969 Ford Corsair vs. 2007 Lexus LS
To start off, 2007 Lexus LS is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Ford Corsair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ford Corsair would be higher. At 4,608 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lexus LS (381 HP) has 322 more horse power than 1969 Ford Corsair. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 1969 Ford Corsair.
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 LS (498 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 397 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ford Corsair. (101 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2007 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ford Corsair. 2007 Lexus LS has automatic transmission and 1969 Ford Corsair has manual transmission. 1969 Ford Corsair will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Lexus LS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Ford Corsair | 2007 Lexus LS | |
| Make | Ford | Lexus |
| Model | Corsair | LS |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 4608 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 381 HP |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 498 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3100 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 125 L | 84 L |
