1998 Ford Falcon vs. 2012 Lexus GS
To start off, 2012 Lexus GS is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lexus GS (303 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1998 Ford Falcon. (225 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lexus GS weights approximately 81 kg more than 1998 Ford Falcon. 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, 2012 Lexus GS (371 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Falcon. (370 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Falcon | 2012 Lexus GS | |
| Make | Ford | Lexus |
| Model | Falcon | GS |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3984 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 303 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 371 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1721 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4826 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1425 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 71 L |
