1947 Austin 16 vs. 2010 Lexus IS
To start off, 2010 Lexus IS is newer by 63 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1947 Austin 16. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1947 Austin 16 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Lexus IS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lexus IS (306 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 1947 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 1947 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lexus IS weights approximately 480 kg more than 1947 Austin 16. 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, 2010 Lexus IS (375 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1947 Austin 16. (146 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2010 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1947 Austin 16. 2010 Lexus IS has automatic transmission and 1947 Austin 16 has manual transmission. 1947 Austin 16 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Lexus IS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1947 Austin 16 | 2010 Lexus IS | |
| Make | Austin | Lexus |
| Model | 16 | IS |
| Year Released | 1947 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 375 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4636 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1415 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2731 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 65 L |
