1977 Ford LTD vs. 2011 Lexus IS
To start off, 2011 Lexus IS is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford LTD. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford LTD would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Ford LTD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lexus IS (306 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1977 Ford LTD. (296 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford LTD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Ford LTD weights approximately 190 kg more than 2011 Lexus IS.
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, 1977 Ford LTD (525 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Lexus IS. (375 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1977 Ford LTD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ford LTD | 2011 Lexus IS | |
| Make | Ford | Lexus |
| Model | LTD | IS |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5763 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 525 Nm | 375 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1425 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2728 mm |
