1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 2006 Lexus GS
To start off, 2006 Lexus GS is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lexus GS (217 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Lexus GS (294 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (191 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | 2006 Lexus GS | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Lexus |
| Model | Sports Convertible | GS |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2810 mm |
