1949 Austin 16 vs. 2011 Lexus IS
To start off, 2011 Lexus IS is newer by 62 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Austin 16. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Austin 16 would be higher. At 2,231 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Lexus IS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lexus IS (150 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1949 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 1949 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lexus IS weights approximately 265 kg more than 1949 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, 2011 Lexus IS (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Austin 16. (147 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2011 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Austin 16. 2011 Lexus IS has automatic transmission and 1949 Austin 16 has manual transmission. 1949 Austin 16 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Lexus IS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1949 Austin 16 | 2011 Lexus IS | |
Make | Austin | Lexus |
Model | 16 | IS |
Year Released | 1949 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2200 cc | 2231 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 121 km/hour | 204 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1545 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4585 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1801 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2731 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 65 L |