2001 Ford Thunderbird vs. 2009 Lexus LS
To start off, 2009 Lexus LS is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford Thunderbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Thunderbird would be higher. At 4,608 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lexus LS (376 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 2001 Ford Thunderbird. (249 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Thunderbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 119 kg more than 2009 Lexus LS.
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, 2009 Lexus LS (493 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Thunderbird. (388 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Thunderbird.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Ford Thunderbird | 2009 Lexus LS | |
Make | Ford | Lexus |
Model | Thunderbird | LS |
Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3933 cc | 4608 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 249 HP | 376 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 388 Nm | 493 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.1 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 233 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1626 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2980 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 84 L |