1953 Buick 40 vs. 2003 Lexus SC
To start off, 2003 Lexus SC is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Buick 40 would be higher. At 4,315 cc (8 cylinders), 1953 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lexus SC (225 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1953 Buick 40. (123 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 1953 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Buick 40 weights approximately 190 kg more than 2003 Lexus SC.
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, 1953 Buick 40 (304 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lexus SC. (290 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1953 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lexus SC.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Buick 40 | 2003 Lexus SC | |
Make | Buick | Lexus |
Model | 40 | SC |
Year Released | 1953 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4315 cc | 2997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.9 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 104.8 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1665 kg | 1475 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2700 mm |