1957 Ford Popular vs. 2002 Lexus SC
To start off, 2002 Lexus SC is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ford Popular. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ford Popular would be higher. At 4,291 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Lexus SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lexus SC (278 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 1957 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lexus SC weights approximately 1002 kg more than 1957 Ford Popular. 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, 2002 Lexus SC (447 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 384 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2002 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ford Popular. 2002 Lexus SC has automatic transmission and 1957 Ford Popular has manual transmission. 1957 Ford Popular will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Lexus SC will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Ford Popular | 2002 Lexus SC | |
Make | Ford | Lexus |
Model | Popular | SC |
Year Released | 1957 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 4291 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 26 HP | 278 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 447 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 738 kg | 1740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2630 mm |