1995 Ford Royale vs. 2011 Lexus LFA
To start off, 2011 Lexus LFA is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Royale. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Royale would be higher. At 4,805 cc (10 cylinders), 2011 Lexus LFA is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lexus LFA (552 HP @ 8700 RPM) has 443 more horse power than 1995 Ford Royale. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lexus LFA should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Royale.
Because 2011 Lexus LFA is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Lexus LFA. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Ford Royale, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Lexus LFA (480 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Royale. (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Lexus LFA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Royale.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Royale | 2011 Lexus LFA | |
| Make | Ford | Lexus |
| Model | Royale | LFA |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 4805 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 552 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 8700 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 480 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4505 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2605 mm |
