1950 Austin A 70 vs. 2006 Lexus LS
To start off, 2006 Lexus LS is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 4,294 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lexus LS (278 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lexus LS weights approximately 425 kg more than 1950 Austin A 70. 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, 2006 Lexus LS (423 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Austin A 70. (158 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2006 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Austin A 70. 2006 Lexus LS has automatic transmission and 1950 Austin A 70 has manual transmission. 1950 Austin A 70 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Lexus LS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1950 Austin A 70 | 2006 Lexus LS | |
Make | Austin | Lexus |
Model | A 70 | LS |
Year Released | 1950 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2199 cc | 4294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 278 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 158 Nm | 423 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 91.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 82.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1765 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 5020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2930 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 84 L |