1971 Ford GT 40 vs. 1991 Toyota Lexcen
To start off, 1991 Toyota Lexcen is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Ford GT 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Ford GT 40 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Ford GT 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Ford GT 40 (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1991 Toyota Lexcen. (171 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 1991 Toyota Lexcen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Toyota Lexcen weights approximately 370 kg more than 1971 Ford GT 40.
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, 1991 Toyota Lexcen (293 Nm) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 1991 Toyota Lexcen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Ford GT 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Ford GT 40 | 1991 Toyota Lexcen | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | GT 40 | Lexcen |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 293 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 980 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2740 mm |
