1958 Morris Minor vs. 2010 Lexus LS
To start off, 2010 Lexus LS is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Morris Minor would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lexus LS (438 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 402 more horse power than 1958 Morris Minor. (36 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 1958 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lexus LS weights approximately 1570 kg more than 1958 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Lexus LS is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Morris Minor. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Lexus LS 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, 2010 Lexus LS (521 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 453 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Morris Minor. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Morris Minor | 2010 Lexus LS | |
Make | Morris | Lexus |
Model | Minor | LS |
Year Released | 1958 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 36 HP | 438 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 521 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 2360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 5179 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1875 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1481 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 3091 mm |