1960 Austin A 40 vs. 1996 Lexus LX
To start off, 1996 Lexus LX is newer by 36 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 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Lexus LX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lexus LX (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 1960 Austin A 40. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lexus LX should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lexus LX weights approximately 1670 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.
Because 1996 Lexus LX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Austin A 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Lexus LX 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, 1996 Lexus LX (434 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 366 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 Lexus LX 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 | 1996 Lexus LX | |
| Make | Austin | Lexus |
| Model | A 40 | LX |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 2430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 66 L |
