1957 Allard GT vs. 2010 Lexus IS
To start off, 2010 Lexus IS is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Allard GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Allard GT would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Allard GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Allard GT (210 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2010 Lexus IS. (204 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Allard GT should accelerate faster than 2010 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lexus IS weights approximately 427 kg more than 1957 Allard GT.
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, 1957 Allard GT (289 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Lexus IS. (251 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1957 Allard GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Allard GT | 2010 Lexus IS | |
| Make | Allard | Lexus |
| Model | GT | IS |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3442 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1567 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1425 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2731 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 65 L |
