1959 Vauxhall Victor vs. 2010 Lexus GS
To start off, 2010 Lexus GS is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Vauxhall Victor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Vauxhall Victor would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lexus GS (303 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 254 more horse power than 1959 Vauxhall Victor. (49 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 1959 Vauxhall Victor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lexus GS weights approximately 741 kg more than 1959 Vauxhall Victor. 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, 2010 Lexus GS (371 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Vauxhall Victor. (116 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Vauxhall Victor. 2010 Lexus GS has automatic transmission and 1959 Vauxhall Victor has manual transmission. 1959 Vauxhall Victor will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Lexus GS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Vauxhall Victor | 2010 Lexus GS | |
Make | Vauxhall | Lexus |
Model | Victor | GS |
Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1508 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 303 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 116 Nm | 371 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 939 kg | 1680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4844 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1425 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 71 L |