1959 Land Rover 109 vs. 2006 Lexus IS
To start off, 2006 Lexus IS is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Land Rover 109. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Land Rover 109 would be higher. At 2,286 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Land Rover 109 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lexus IS (153 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1959 Land Rover 109. (67 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 1959 Land Rover 109. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Land Rover 109 weights approximately 195 kg more than 2006 Lexus IS.
Because 1959 Land Rover 109 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Lexus IS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 Land Rover 109 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, 2006 Lexus IS (195 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Land Rover 109. (157 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Land Rover 109.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Land Rover 109 | 2006 Lexus IS | |
Make | Land Rover | Lexus |
Model | 109 | IS |
Year Released | 1959 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2286 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 195 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1505 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2070 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2680 mm |