1996 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 2011 Lexus LFA
To start off, 2011 Lexus LFA is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ford Crown Victoria. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ford Crown Victoria 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) has 373 more horse power than 1996 Ford Crown Victoria. (179 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lexus LFA should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Crown Victoria. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 350 kg more than 2011 Lexus LFA.
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. 1996 Ford Crown Victoria has automatic transmission and 2011 Lexus LFA has manual transmission. 2011 Lexus LFA will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Ford Crown Victoria will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ford Crown Victoria | 2011 Lexus LFA | |
| Make | Ford | Lexus |
| Model | Crown Victoria | LFA |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 4805 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 179 HP | 552 HP |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4505 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2605 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 73 L |
