1952 Austin A 40 vs. 2002 Lexus SC
To start off, 2002 Lexus SC is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 4,298 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Lexus SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lexus SC (312 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 263 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lexus SC weights approximately 825 kg more than 1952 Austin A 40. 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, 2002 Lexus SC (447 Nm) has 364 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin A 40. (83 Nm). This means 2002 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Austin A 40 | 2002 Lexus SC | |
| Make | Austin | Lexus |
| Model | A 40 | SC |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 4298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 312 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 91.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2620 mm |
