1957 Austin A 40 vs. 2006 Lexus GS
To start off, 2006 Lexus GS is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Austin A 40 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 168 more horse power than 1957 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin A 40.
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, 2006 Lexus GS (294 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin A 40. (100 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2006 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Austin A 40. 2006 Lexus GS has automatic transmission and 1957 Austin A 40 has manual transmission. 1957 Austin A 40 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Lexus GS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Austin A 40 | 2006 Lexus GS | |
| Make | Austin | Lexus |
| Model | A 40 | GS |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 75 L |
