1972 Ford Mustang vs. 2006 Lexus IS
To start off, 2006 Lexus IS is newer by 34 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 5,752 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford Mustang (330 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 2006 Lexus IS. (153 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2006 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lexus IS weights approximately 19 kg more than 1972 Ford Mustang.
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 (502 Nm) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lexus IS. (195 Nm). This means 1972 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Ford Mustang | 2006 Lexus IS | |
Make | Ford | Lexus |
Model | Mustang | IS |
Year Released | 1972 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5752 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 330 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 502 Nm | 195 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 75.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 75 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1486 kg | 1505 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2680 mm |