2005 Ford GT vs. 2008 Lexus LS
To start off, 2008 Lexus LS is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford GT would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford GT (551 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 272 more horse power than 2008 Lexus LS. (279 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 2008 Lexus LS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lexus LS weights approximately 256 kg more than 2005 Ford GT.
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, 2005 Ford GT (678 Nm) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Lexus LS. (417 Nm). This means 2005 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Lexus LS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford GT | 2008 Lexus LS | |
| Make | Ford | Lexus |
| Model | GT | LS |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 551 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 417 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 91.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1584 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2930 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 16.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 84 L |
