1949 Austin A 90 vs. 2005 Lexus SC
To start off, 2005 Lexus SC is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Lexus SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lexus SC (225 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1949 Austin A 90. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 1949 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lexus SC weights approximately 116 kg more than 1949 Austin A 90. 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, 2005 Lexus SC (290 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Austin A 90. (190 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Austin A 90.
Compare all specifications:
1949 Austin A 90 | 2005 Lexus SC | |
Make | Austin | Lexus |
Model | A 90 | SC |
Year Released | 1949 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2660 cc | 2997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.4 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1359 kg | 1475 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 66 L |