1960 Austin A 40 vs. 1995 Lexus GS
To start off, 1995 Lexus GS is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Lexus GS (205 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1960 Austin A 40. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Lexus GS weights approximately 960 kg more than 1960 Austin A 40. 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, 1995 Lexus GS (276 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1995 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Austin A 40 | 1995 Lexus GS | |
| Make | Austin | Lexus |
| Model | A 40 | GS |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 276 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2810 mm |
