1954 Austin A 40 vs. 2004 Lexus SC
To start off, 2004 Lexus SC is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 4,293 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Lexus SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lexus SC (290 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lexus SC weights approximately 710 kg more than 1954 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, 2004 Lexus SC (447 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 368 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 40. (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2004 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Austin A 40. 2004 Lexus SC has automatic transmission and 1954 Austin A 40 has manual transmission. 1954 Austin A 40 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Lexus SC will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Austin A 40 | 2004 Lexus SC | |
| Make | Austin | Lexus |
| Model | A 40 | SC |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 66 L |
