1961 Austin A 40 vs. 2007 Lexus LS
To start off, 2007 Lexus LS is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 4,608 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lexus LS (381 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 345 more horse power than 1961 Austin A 40. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin A 40.
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, 2007 Lexus LS (498 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 430 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin A 40 | 2007 Lexus LS | |
| Make | Austin | Lexus |
| Model | A 40 | LS |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 4608 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 381 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 498 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 3100 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 84 L |
