2001 Ford Mustang vs. 1995 Lexus GS
To start off, 2001 Ford Mustang is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Lexus GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Lexus GS would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Mustang (260 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1995 Lexus GS. (205 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1995 Lexus GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Lexus GS weights approximately 240 kg more than 2001 Ford Mustang.
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, 2001 Ford Mustang (407 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lexus GS. (276 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lexus GS. 1995 Lexus GS has automatic transmission and 2001 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 2001 Ford Mustang will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Lexus GS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Ford Mustang | 1995 Lexus GS | |
Make | Ford | Lexus |
Model | Mustang | GS |
Year Released | 2001 | 1995 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4605 cc | 2997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 205 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 276 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2810 mm |