1959 Lancia Appia vs. 2009 Lexus LS
To start off, 2009 Lexus LS is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lexus LS (357 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 305 more horse power than 1959 Lancia Appia. (52 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 1959 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lexus LS weights approximately 915 kg more than 1959 Lancia Appia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Lexus LS is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Lancia Appia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Lexus LS (466 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 379 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Lancia Appia. (87 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Lancia Appia. 2009 Lexus LS has automatic transmission and 1959 Lancia Appia has manual transmission. 1959 Lancia Appia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Lexus LS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Lancia Appia | 2009 Lexus LS | |
Make | Lancia | Lexus |
Model | Appia | LS |
Year Released | 1959 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1090 cc | 4605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 52 HP | 357 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 87 Nm | 466 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 5040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2980 mm |