1953 Austin A 70 vs. 1996 Lexus GS
To start off, 1996 Lexus GS is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lexus GS (205 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lexus GS weights approximately 440 kg more than 1953 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, 1996 Lexus GS (275 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 70. (157 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1996 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Austin A 70.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Austin A 70 | 1996 Lexus GS | |
Make | Austin | Lexus |
Model | A 70 | GS |
Year Released | 1953 | 1996 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2199 cc | 2997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 205 HP |
Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 275 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2810 mm |