1971 Ford Cortina vs. 2008 Lexus GS
To start off, 2008 Lexus GS is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Lexus GS (246 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1971 Ford Cortina. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 1971 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lexus GS weights approximately 750 kg more than 1971 Ford Cortina. 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, 2008 Lexus GS (310 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Ford Cortina. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Ford Cortina. 2008 Lexus GS has automatic transmission and 1971 Ford Cortina has manual transmission. 1971 Ford Cortina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Lexus GS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Ford Cortina | 2008 Lexus GS | |
| Make | Ford | Lexus |
| Model | Cortina | GS |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 246 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 71 L |
