2008 Ford GT vs. 1995 Lexus SC
To start off, 2008 Ford GT is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Lexus SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Lexus SC would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford GT (493 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 1995 Lexus SC. (242 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 1995 Lexus SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Lexus SC weights approximately 30 kg more than 2008 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, 2008 Ford GT (678 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 313 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lexus SC. (365 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2008 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lexus SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford GT | 1995 Lexus SC | |
| Make | Ford | Lexus |
| Model | GT | SC |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 3967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 365 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 105.8 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 66 L |
