1964 Austin A 40 vs. 2003 Lexus GS
To start off, 2003 Lexus GS is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lexus GS (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1964 Austin A 40. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 1964 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lexus GS weights approximately 900 kg more than 1964 Austin A 40. 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, 2003 Lexus GS (296 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Austin A 40. (82 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Austin A 40 | 2003 Lexus GS | |
| Make | Austin | Lexus |
| Model | A 40 | GS |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 82 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 75 L |
