1980 Ford Falcon vs. 2009 Lexus GS
To start off, 2009 Lexus GS is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,455 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lexus GS (292 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1980 Ford Falcon. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 1980 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lexus GS weights approximately 495 kg more than 1980 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, 2009 Lexus GS (368 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ford Falcon. (228 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ford Falcon | 2009 Lexus GS | |
| Make | Ford | Lexus |
| Model | Falcon | GS |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3273 cc | 3455 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 292 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 368 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2860 mm |
