2008 Ford Mustang vs. 1998 Lexus SC
To start off, 2008 Ford Mustang is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Lexus SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Lexus SC would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lexus SC (225 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2008 Ford Mustang. (210 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lexus SC weights approximately 368 kg more than 2008 Ford Mustang. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Mustang (325 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lexus SC. (290 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lexus SC.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Mustang | 1998 Lexus SC | |
Make | Ford | Lexus |
Model | Mustang | SC |
Year Released | 2008 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4000 cc | 2997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1475 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2700 mm |