1968 Austin 3-Litre vs. 2011 Lexus LFA
To start off, 2011 Lexus LFA is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Austin 3-Litre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Austin 3-Litre would be higher. At 4,805 cc (10 cylinders), 2011 Lexus LFA is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lexus LFA (552 HP @ 8700 RPM) has 428 more horse power than 1968 Austin 3-Litre. (124 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lexus LFA should accelerate faster than 1968 Austin 3-Litre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Austin 3-Litre weights approximately 10 kg more than 2011 Lexus LFA.
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 LFA (480 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Austin 3-Litre. (219 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Lexus LFA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Austin 3-Litre.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Austin 3-Litre | 2011 Lexus LFA | |
Make | Austin | Lexus |
Model | 3-Litre | LFA |
Year Released | 1968 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 4805 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 552 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 8700 RPM |
Torque | 219 Nm | 480 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4505 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1895 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2605 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 73 L |