1977 Ford Falcon vs. 2010 Lexus GS
To start off, 2010 Lexus GS is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lexus GS (342 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 1977 Ford Falcon. (129 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lexus GS weights approximately 360 kg more than 1977 Ford Falcon. 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 (459 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Falcon. (263 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ford Falcon | 2010 Lexus GS | |
| Make | Ford | Lexus |
| Model | Falcon | GS |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3273 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 342 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 263 Nm | 459 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4844 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1425 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2850 mm |
