2003 Ford Mustang vs. 1997 Lexus SC
To start off, 2003 Ford Mustang is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Lexus SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Lexus SC would be higher. At 4,599 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Mustang (400 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1997 Lexus SC. (242 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1997 Lexus SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Lexus SC weights approximately 70 kg more than 2003 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, 2003 Ford Mustang (556 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Lexus SC. (365 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Lexus SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Mustang | 1997 Lexus SC | |
| Make | Ford | Lexus |
| Model | Mustang | SC |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4599 cc | 3969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 556 Nm | 365 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 66 L |
