1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 2010 Lexus GX
To start off, 2010 Lexus GX is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Lexus GX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lexus GX (301 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lexus GX should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lexus GX weights approximately 956 kg more than 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Lexus GX (446 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Lexus GX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | 2010 Lexus GX | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Lexus |
| Model | Sports Convertible | GX |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Size | 2992 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 446 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 2406 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4806 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1885 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1885 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2789 mm |
