1988 Ford Thunderbird vs. 2007 Lexus LS
To start off, 2007 Lexus LS is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ford Thunderbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ford Thunderbird would be higher. At 4,608 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lexus LS (376 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1988 Ford Thunderbird. (210 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Thunderbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lexus LS weights approximately 235 kg more than 1988 Ford Thunderbird. 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, 2007 Lexus LS (493 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Thunderbird. (427 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2007 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Thunderbird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ford Thunderbird | 2007 Lexus LS | |
| Make | Ford | Lexus |
| Model | Thunderbird | LS |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3797 cc | 4608 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 493 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.8 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 11.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 5040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2980 mm |
