1957 Buick 40 vs. 2007 Lexus LS
To start off, 2007 Lexus LS is newer by 50 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, 2007 Lexus LS (380 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1957 Buick 40. (248 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 1957 Buick 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, 1957 Buick 40 (515 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lexus LS. (498 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1957 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lexus LS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Buick 40 | 2007 Lexus LS | |
| Make | Buick | Lexus |
| Model | 40 | LS |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 4608 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 248 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 498 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2980 mm |
