1959 Austin A 35 vs. 1999 Lexus LX
To start off, 1999 Lexus LX is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin A 35. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin A 35 would be higher. At 4,662 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Lexus LX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lexus LX (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 35. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lexus LX should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lexus LX weights approximately 1740 kg more than 1959 Austin A 35. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Lexus LX (434 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 366 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 35. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Lexus LX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Austin A 35.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Austin A 35 | 1999 Lexus LX | |
| Make | Austin | Lexus |
| Model | A 35 | LX |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 4662 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 2430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 66 L |
