1978 Ford Capri vs. 2012 Lexus GS
To start off, 2012 Lexus GS is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Capri would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lexus GS (303 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1978 Ford Capri. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lexus GS weights approximately 605 kg more than 1978 Ford Capri. 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, 2012 Lexus GS (371 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Capri. (176 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Capri. 2012 Lexus GS has automatic transmission and 1978 Ford Capri has manual transmission. 1978 Ford Capri will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Lexus GS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Ford Capri | 2012 Lexus GS | |
| Make | Ford | Lexus |
| Model | Capri | GS |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2294 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 303 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 371 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1116 kg | 1721 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4826 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1425 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 71 L |
