1972 Ford Granada vs. 2000 Lexus GS
To start off, 2000 Lexus GS is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Granada would be higher. At 4,293 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lexus GS (279 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1972 Ford Granada. (125 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Lexus GS weights approximately 481 kg more than 1972 Ford Granada. 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, 2000 Lexus GS (441 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Granada. (201 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Granada. 2000 Lexus GS has automatic transmission and 1972 Ford Granada has manual transmission. 1972 Ford Granada will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Lexus GS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Granada | 2000 Lexus GS | |
| Make | Ford | Lexus |
| Model | Granada | GS |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2551 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 201 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66.8 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1742 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 75 L |
