1964 Austin A 60 vs. 2004 Lexus SC
To start off, 2004 Lexus SC is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Austin A 60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Austin A 60 would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Lexus SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lexus SC (225 HP) has 165 more horse power than 1964 Austin A 60. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 1964 Austin A 60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lexus SC weights approximately 355 kg more than 1964 Austin A 60. 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, 2004 Lexus SC (290 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Austin A 60. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Austin A 60.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Austin A 60 | 2004 Lexus SC | |
| Make | Austin | Lexus |
| Model | A 60 | SC |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1622 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 225 HP |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2700 mm |
