1957 Buick 40 vs. 2006 Lexus IS
To start off, 2006 Lexus IS is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Buick 40 would be higher. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 1957 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Buick 40 (248 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2006 Lexus IS. (153 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Buick 40 should accelerate faster than 2006 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Buick 40 weights approximately 340 kg more than 2006 Lexus IS. 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, 1957 Buick 40 (515 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lexus IS. (195 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1957 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Buick 40 | 2006 Lexus IS | |
Make | Buick | Lexus |
Model | 40 | IS |
Year Released | 1957 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5967 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 248 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 515 Nm | 195 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1795 kg | 1455 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2680 mm |