1990 Lexus LS vs. 2012 Ford F-250
To start off, 2012 Ford F-250 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Lexus LS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Lexus LS would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford F-250 (385 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1990 Lexus LS. (242 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1990 Lexus LS.
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 Ford F-250 (548 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Lexus LS. (350 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Lexus LS.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Lexus LS | 2012 Ford F-250 | |
Make | Lexus | Ford |
Model | LS | F-250 |
Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3968 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 548 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 6269 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2029 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1966 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 3967 mm |