1952 Austin A 40 vs. 2012 Lexus GS
To start off, 2012 Lexus GS is newer by 60 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lexus GS (342 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 304 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 40. (38 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lexus GS weights approximately 817 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, 2012 Lexus GS (459 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 379 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin A 40. (80 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2012 Lexus GS 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 | 2012 Lexus GS | |
Make | Austin | Lexus |
Model | A 40 | GS |
Year Released | 1952 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 342 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 459 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 1789 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4826 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1425 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 71 L |