1961 Land Rover A 109 vs. 2005 Lexus LS
To start off, 2005 Lexus LS is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Land Rover A 109. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Land Rover A 109 would be higher. At 4,293 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lexus LS (277 HP) has 210 more horse power than 1961 Land Rover A 109. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 1961 Land Rover A 109. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lexus LS weights approximately 330 kg more than 1961 Land Rover A 109. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 Land Rover A 109 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Lexus LS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1961 Land Rover A 109 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, 2005 Lexus LS (418 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Land Rover A 109. (157 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Land Rover A 109. 2005 Lexus LS has automatic transmission and 1961 Land Rover A 109 has manual transmission. 1961 Land Rover A 109 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Lexus LS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Land Rover A 109 | 2005 Lexus LS | |
| Make | Land Rover | Lexus |
| Model | A 109 | LS |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2286 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 277 HP |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 418 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2070 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2860 mm |
