1971 Ford Mustang vs. 2012 Lexus LS
To start off, 2012 Lexus LS is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 5,752 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lexus LS (438 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1971 Ford Mustang. (330 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 1971 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lexus LS weights approximately 745 kg more than 1971 Ford Mustang. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Lexus LS is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Lexus LS will offer significantly more control. 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 LS (521 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Ford Mustang. (503 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Ford Mustang | 2012 Lexus LS | |
Make | Ford | Lexus |
Model | Mustang | LS |
Year Released | 1971 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5752 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 330 HP | 438 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 503 Nm | 521 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 2360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5179 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1875 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1481 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3091 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 84 L |