1972 Ford Granada vs. 2010 Lexus GS
To start off, 2010 Lexus GS is newer by 38 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lexus GS (340 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 1972 Ford Granada. (125 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lexus GS weights approximately 614 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, 2010 Lexus GS (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Granada. (201 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Granada | 2010 Lexus GS | |
| Make | Ford | Lexus |
| Model | Granada | GS |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2551 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 201 Nm | 362 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4844 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1425 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 65 L |
