1958 Austin A135 vs. 2010 Lexus IS
To start off, 2010 Lexus IS is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Austin A135. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Austin A135 would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Austin A135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lexus IS (306 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1958 Austin A135. (150 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin A135. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Austin A135 weights approximately 320 kg more than 2010 Lexus IS.
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, 2010 Lexus IS (375 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin A135. (308 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Austin A135. 2010 Lexus IS has automatic transmission and 1958 Austin A135 has manual transmission. 1958 Austin A135 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Lexus IS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Austin A135 | 2010 Lexus IS | |
| Make | Austin | Lexus |
| Model | A135 | IS |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 308 Nm | 375 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4800 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 | 2080 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4636 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1415 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2731 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 65 L |
