1953 Austin A 40 vs. 1996 Lexus ES
To start off, 1996 Lexus ES is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Lexus ES is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lexus ES (210 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lexus ES should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lexus ES weights approximately 498 kg more than 1953 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1953 Austin A 40 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1953 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Lexus ES, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1996 Lexus ES (304 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 40. (84 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1996 Lexus ES will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Austin A 40 | 1996 Lexus ES | |
| Make | Austin | Lexus |
| Model | A 40 | ES |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1032 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2680 mm |
