1958 Ford Prefect vs. 2012 Lexus LX
To start off, 2012 Lexus LX is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ford Prefect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ford Prefect would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Lexus LX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lexus LX (383 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 352 more horse power than 1958 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lexus LX should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lexus LX weights approximately 1954 kg more than 1958 Ford Prefect. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Lexus LX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Ford Prefect. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Lexus LX will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Lexus LX (546 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 475 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2012 Lexus LX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Prefect. 2012 Lexus LX has automatic transmission and 1958 Ford Prefect has manual transmission. 1958 Ford Prefect will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Lexus LX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Ford Prefect | 2012 Lexus LX | |
| Make | Ford | Lexus |
| Model | Prefect | LX |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 383 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 546 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 2719 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4991 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1971 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2850 mm |
