1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 2011 Lexus GX

To start off, 2011 Lexus GX is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Lexus GX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lexus GX (301 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lexus GX should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lexus GX weights approximately 972 kg more than 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Let's talk about torque, 2011 Lexus GX (446 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Lexus GX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible.

Compare all specifications:

1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible 2011 Lexus GX
Make Austin-Healey Lexus
Model Sports Convertible GX
Year Released 1958 2011
Body Type Convertible SUV
Engine Size 2991 cc 4600 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 105 HP 301 HP
Engine RPM 4200 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 190 Nm 446 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 3500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1450 kg 2422 kg
Vehicle Length 4430 mm 4806 mm
Vehicle Width 1660 mm 1885 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1875 mm
Wheelbase Size 2600 mm 2789 mm