1972 Ford Capri vs. 2007 Lexus GS
To start off, 2007 Lexus GS is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Capri would be higher. At 3,456 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lexus GS (304 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 1972 Ford Capri. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lexus GS weights approximately 765 kg more than 1972 Ford Capri. 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, 2007 Lexus GS (372 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Capri. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Capri. 2007 Lexus GS has automatic transmission and 1972 Ford Capri has manual transmission. 1972 Ford Capri will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Lexus GS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Capri | 2007 Lexus GS | |
| Make | Ford | Lexus |
| Model | Capri | GS |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1305 cc | 3456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 304 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 372 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2860 mm |
