1993 Lexus GS vs. 2012 Ford F-250
To start off, 2012 Ford F-250 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Lexus GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Lexus GS 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 180 more horse power than 1993 Lexus GS. (205 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1993 Lexus GS.
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 273 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Lexus GS. (275 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Lexus GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Lexus GS | 2012 Ford F-250 | |
| Make | Lexus | Ford |
| Model | GS | F-250 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 275 Nm | 548 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 6269 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1966 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3967 mm |
