1961 Innocenti 950 vs. 2011 Lexus IS
To start off, 2011 Lexus IS is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Innocenti 950. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Innocenti 950 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Lexus IS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lexus IS (204 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1961 Innocenti 950. (40 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 1961 Innocenti 950. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lexus IS weights approximately 872 kg more than 1961 Innocenti 950. 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, 2011 Lexus IS (251 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Innocenti 950. (71 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2011 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Innocenti 950.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Innocenti 950 | 2011 Lexus IS | |
Make | Innocenti | Lexus |
Model | 950 | IS |
Year Released | 1961 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 204 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 1567 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1801 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1425 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2728 mm |