1964 Austin A 110 vs. 2011 Lexus IS
To start off, 2011 Lexus IS is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Austin A 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Austin A 110 would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Austin A 110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lexus IS (204 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1964 Austin A 110. (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 1964 Austin A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lexus IS weights approximately 138 kg more than 1964 Austin A 110. 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 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Austin A 110. (222 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2011 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Austin A 110. 2011 Lexus IS has automatic transmission and 1964 Austin A 110 has manual transmission. 1964 Austin A 110 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Lexus IS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Austin A 110 | 2011 Lexus IS | |
| Make | Austin | Lexus |
| Model | A 110 | IS |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1604 kg | 1742 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4633 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1415 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2731 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 65 L |
