1955 Daimler One-O-Four vs. 2012 Lexus IS
To start off, 2012 Lexus IS is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Daimler One-O-Four. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Daimler One-O-Four would be higher. At 3,468 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Daimler One-O-Four is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lexus IS (204 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1955 Daimler One-O-Four. (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 1955 Daimler One-O-Four. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Daimler One-O-Four weights approximately 313 kg more than 2012 Lexus IS.
Because 2012 Lexus IS is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Daimler One-O-Four. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Lexus IS will offer significantly more control. 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, 1955 Daimler One-O-Four (259 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Lexus IS. (251 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1955 Daimler One-O-Four will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Daimler One-O-Four | 2012 Lexus IS | |
| Make | Daimler | Lexus |
| Model | One-O-Four | IS |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3468 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 259 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1567 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4585 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2731 mm |
