1964 Austin A 90 vs. 1997 Lexus GS
To start off, 1997 Lexus GS is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Lexus GS (205 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1964 Austin A 90. (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 1964 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Lexus GS weights approximately 150 kg more than 1964 Austin A 90. 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, 1997 Lexus GS (275 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Austin A 90. (221 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1997 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Austin A 90. 1997 Lexus GS has automatic transmission and 1964 Austin A 90 has manual transmission. 1964 Austin A 90 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Lexus GS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Austin A 90 | 1997 Lexus GS | |
| Make | Austin | Lexus |
| Model | A 90 | GS |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 275 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1572 kg | 1722 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2810 mm |
