2010 Lexus GS vs. 1976 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2010 Lexus GS is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lexus GS (340 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1976 Ford Falcon. (256 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lexus GS weights approximately 290 kg more than 1976 Ford Falcon. 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, 1976 Ford Falcon (491 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Lexus GS. (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1976 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Lexus GS.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Lexus GS | 1976 Ford Falcon | |
Make | Lexus | Ford |
Model | GS | Falcon |
Year Released | 2010 | 1976 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3500 cc | 5763 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 491 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | CVT | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1875 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4844 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1821 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1425 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2830 mm |