1967 Morris Minor vs. 2012 Lexus LS
To start off, 2012 Lexus LS is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Morris Minor would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lexus LS (380 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 333 more horse power than 1967 Morris Minor. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 1967 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lexus LS weights approximately 1223 kg more than 1967 Morris Minor. 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, 2012 Lexus LS (497 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 416 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Morris Minor. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Morris Minor | 2012 Lexus LS | |
Make | Morris | Lexus |
Model | Minor | LS |
Year Released | 1967 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 380 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 81 Nm | 497 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 2023 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 5179 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1875 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 3091 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 84 L |