1972 Ford Custom vs. 2000 Lexus IS
To start off, 2000 Lexus IS is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Custom. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Custom would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford Custom is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lexus IS (153 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1972 Ford Custom. (140 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Custom. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Custom weights approximately 369 kg more than 2000 Lexus IS.
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, 1972 Ford Custom (325 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Lexus IS. (195 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Custom will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Lexus IS. 1972 Ford Custom has automatic transmission and 2000 Lexus IS has manual transmission. 2000 Lexus IS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 Ford Custom will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Ford Custom | 2000 Lexus IS | |
Make | Ford | Lexus |
Model | Custom | IS |
Year Released | 1972 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 195 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 75 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1769 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 70 L |