1969 Ford Thunderbird vs. 2012 Lexus GS
To start off, 2012 Lexus GS is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Ford Thunderbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ford Thunderbird would be higher. At 7,029 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Ford Thunderbird (355 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2012 Lexus GS. (342 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ford Thunderbird should accelerate faster than 2012 Lexus GS.
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, 2012 Lexus GS (459 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ford Thunderbird. (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ford Thunderbird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Ford Thunderbird | 2012 Lexus GS | |
| Make | Ford | Lexus |
| Model | Thunderbird | GS |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7029 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 342 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 459 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 14.7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 29.4 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 91 L | 71 L |
