1982 Ford Thunderbird vs. 2012 Lexus LS
To start off, 2012 Lexus LS is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ford Thunderbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ford Thunderbird would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lexus LS (438 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 327 more horse power than 1982 Ford Thunderbird. (111 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Thunderbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lexus LS weights approximately 783 kg more than 1982 Ford Thunderbird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Lexus LS is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Ford Thunderbird. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Lexus LS will offer significantly more control. 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 (521 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ford Thunderbird. (264 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2012 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ford Thunderbird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ford Thunderbird | 2012 Lexus LS | |
| Make | Ford | Lexus |
| Model | Thunderbird | LS |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4186 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 438 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 521 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1577 kg | 2360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5179 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1875 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3091 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 84 L |
