1972 Ford Fairlane 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 Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 4,293 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lexus GS (290 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1972 Ford Fairlane. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lexus GS weights approximately 236 kg more than 1972 Ford Fairlane. 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 (433 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Fairlane. (326 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2007 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Fairlane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Fairlane | 2007 Lexus GS | |
| Make | Ford | Lexus |
| Model | Fairlane | GS |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4097 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 326 Nm | 433 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1686 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2860 mm |
