1959 Ford Prefect vs. 2007 Lexus IS
To start off, 2007 Lexus IS is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ford Prefect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ford Prefect would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Lexus IS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lexus IS (153 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1959 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lexus IS weights approximately 690 kg more than 1959 Ford Prefect. 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, 2007 Lexus IS (195 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2007 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ford Prefect | 2007 Lexus IS | |
Make | Ford | Lexus |
Model | Prefect | IS |
Year Released | 1959 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 31 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 195 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 110 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 1455 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 70 L |