1972 Ford Fairlane vs. 2012 Lexus GS
To start off, 2012 Lexus GS is newer by 40 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 4,097 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lexus GS (303 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1972 Ford Fairlane. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lexus GS weights approximately 271 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, 2012 Lexus GS (371 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Fairlane. (326 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2012 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 | 2012 Lexus GS | |
| Make | Ford | Lexus |
| Model | Fairlane | GS |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4097 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 303 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 326 Nm | 371 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1721 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4826 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1425 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2850 mm |
