1957 Austin A 40 vs. 2007 Lexus IS
To start off, 2007 Lexus IS is newer by 50 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 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Lexus IS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lexus IS (205 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1957 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lexus IS weights approximately 516 kg more than 1957 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Lexus IS (252 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin A 40. (100 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2007 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Austin A 40. 2007 Lexus IS 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. 2007 Lexus IS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Austin A 40 | 2007 Lexus IS | |
| Make | Austin | Lexus |
| Model | A 40 | IS |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1566 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 65 L |
