2009 Lexus IS vs. 1973 Ford Capri
To start off, 2009 Lexus IS is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Ford Capri would be higher. At 3,454 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Lexus IS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lexus IS (306 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1973 Ford Capri. (104 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 1973 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lexus IS weights approximately 678 kg more than 1973 Ford Capri. 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, 2009 Lexus IS (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Ford Capri. (190 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lexus IS | 1973 Ford Capri | |
| Make | Lexus | Ford |
| Model | IS | Capri |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3454 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1062 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2570 mm |
