1971 Ford Zephyr vs. 1998 Lexus GS
To start off, 1998 Lexus GS is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Ford Zephyr. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Ford Zephyr would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lexus GS (210 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1971 Ford Zephyr. (81 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 1971 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lexus GS weights approximately 470 kg more than 1971 Ford Zephyr. 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, 1998 Lexus GS (304 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Ford Zephyr. (153 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1998 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Ford Zephyr.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Ford Zephyr | 1998 Lexus GS | |
| Make | Ford | Lexus |
| Model | Zephyr | GS |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.7 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2810 mm |
