1979 Ford LTD vs. 2012 Lexus LS
To start off, 2012 Lexus LS is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford LTD. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford LTD would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Ford LTD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lexus LS (380 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 1979 Ford LTD. (129 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford LTD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lexus LS weights approximately 463 kg more than 1979 Ford LTD. 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 LS (497 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford LTD. (302 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2012 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ford LTD.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Ford LTD | 2012 Lexus LS | |
Make | Ford | Lexus |
Model | LTD | LS |
Year Released | 1979 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 380 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 302 Nm | 497 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 2023 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 5179 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1875 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3091 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 84 L |