1972 Ford Custom vs. 2011 Lexus IS
To start off, 2011 Lexus IS is newer by 39 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, 2011 Lexus IS (204 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1972 Ford Custom. (140 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 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 202 kg more than 2011 Lexus IS.
Because 2011 Lexus IS is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Ford Custom. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Lexus IS 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, 1972 Ford Custom (325 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Lexus IS. (251 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Custom will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Custom | 2011 Lexus IS | |
| Make | Ford | Lexus |
| Model | Custom | IS |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1769 kg | 1567 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4585 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2731 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 65 L |
