1959 Ford Anglia vs. 2011 Lexus IS
To start off, 2011 Lexus IS is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ford Anglia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ford Anglia would be higher. At 2,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Lexus IS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lexus IS (204 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1959 Ford Anglia. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lexus IS weights approximately 830 kg more than 1959 Ford Anglia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Lexus IS (251 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Anglia. (75 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2011 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Anglia. 2011 Lexus IS has automatic transmission and 1959 Ford Anglia has manual transmission. 1959 Ford Anglia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Lexus IS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ford Anglia | 2011 Lexus IS | |
Make | Ford | Lexus |
Model | Anglia | IS |
Year Released | 1959 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 997 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 204 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 75 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 737 kg | 1567 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4585 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1801 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2731 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 65 L |