1972 Ford Custom vs. 2006 Lexus LS
To start off, 2006 Lexus LS is newer by 34 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, 2006 Lexus LS (278 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1972 Ford Custom. (140 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Custom. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Custom weights approximately 4 kg more than 2006 Lexus LS.
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, 2006 Lexus LS (423 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Custom. (325 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Custom.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Custom | 2006 Lexus LS | |
| Make | Ford | Lexus |
| Model | Custom | LS |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 4294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 278 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 423 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 91.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1769 kg | 1765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2930 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 84 L |
