1953 Austin A 30 vs. 2009 Lexus LS
To start off, 2009 Lexus LS is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin A 30. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin A 30 would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lexus LS (381 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 353 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 30. (28 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lexus LS weights approximately 1085 kg more than 1953 Austin A 30. 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, 2009 Lexus LS (498 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 444 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 30. (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Austin A 30. 2009 Lexus LS has automatic transmission and 1953 Austin A 30 has manual transmission. 1953 Austin A 30 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Lexus LS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Austin A 30 | 2009 Lexus LS | |
| Make | Austin | Lexus |
| Model | A 30 | LS |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 802 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 28 HP | 381 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 498 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 58 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 11.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 3100 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 84 L |
