1994 Lexus GS vs. 2011 Ford F-150
To start off, 2011 Ford F-150 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Lexus GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Lexus GS would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford F-150 (302 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1994 Lexus GS. (205 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1994 Lexus GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford F-150 weights approximately 567 kg more than 1994 Lexus GS. 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, 2011 Ford F-150 (376 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Lexus GS. (275 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Lexus GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Lexus GS | 2011 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Lexus | Ford |
| Model | GS | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 275 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 2287 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 5888 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3670 mm |
