2012 Lexus LFA vs. 1983 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 2012 Lexus LFA is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 4,800 cc (10 cylinders), 2012 Lexus LFA is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lexus LFA (552 HP @ 8700 RPM) has 404 more horse power than 1983 Ford Fairlane. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lexus LFA should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 150 kg more than 2012 Lexus LFA.
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, 2012 Lexus LFA (479 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Fairlane. (326 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Lexus LFA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Fairlane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Lexus LFA | 1983 Ford Fairlane | |
| Make | Lexus | Ford |
| Model | LFA | Fairlane |
| Year Released | 2012 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4800 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 552 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 479 Nm | 326 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed automated manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4506 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1895 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1219 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2606 mm | 2950 mm |
