1995 Ford Thunderbird vs. 2012 Lexus GS
To start off, 2012 Lexus GS is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Thunderbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Thunderbird would be higher. At 3,797 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lexus GS (340 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1995 Ford Thunderbird. (230 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Thunderbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lexus GS weights approximately 271 kg more than 1995 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, 1995 Ford Thunderbird (447 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Lexus GS. (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Lexus GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Thunderbird | 2012 Lexus GS | |
| Make | Ford | Lexus |
| Model | Thunderbird | GS |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3797 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 362 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1604 kg | 1875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4844 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1425 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2850 mm |
