1998 Lexus GS vs. 2011 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2011 Ford Mustang is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Lexus GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Lexus GS would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Mustang (412 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1998 Lexus GS. (211 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1998 Lexus GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Mustang weights approximately 25 kg more than 1998 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 Mustang (528 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lexus GS. (301 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lexus GS. 1998 Lexus GS has automatic transmission and 2011 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 2011 Ford Mustang will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Lexus GS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Lexus GS | 2011 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Lexus | Ford |
| Model | GS | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2995 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 412 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 528 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1662 kg | 1687 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4778 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1877 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 61 L |
