1972 Ford Mustang vs. 1999 Lexus SC
To start off, 1999 Lexus SC is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 5,753 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford Mustang (267 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1999 Lexus SC. (225 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1999 Lexus SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Mustang weights approximately 179 kg more than 1999 Lexus SC. 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, 1972 Ford Mustang (417 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lexus SC. (290 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lexus SC.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Ford Mustang | 1999 Lexus SC | |
Make | Ford | Lexus |
Model | Mustang | SC |
Year Released | 1972 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5753 cc | 2997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 267 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 417 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1654 kg | 1475 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 70 L |