1947 Austin A 110 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 A 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1947 Austin A 110 would be higher. At 3,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1947 Austin A 110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lexus IS (204 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1947 Austin A 110. (124 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 1947 Austin A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1947 Austin A 110 weights approximately 408 kg more than 2010 Lexus IS.
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, 1947 Austin A 110 (287 Nm) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Lexus IS. (251 Nm). This means 1947 Austin A 110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1947 Austin A 110 | 2010 Lexus IS | |
| Make | Austin | Lexus |
| Model | A 110 | IS |
| Year Released | 1947 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3992 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1567 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1425 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2731 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 65 L |
