1969 TVR Vixen vs. 2010 Lexus IS
To start off, 2010 Lexus IS is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 TVR Vixen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 TVR Vixen would be higher. At 2,231 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Lexus IS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lexus IS (150 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1969 TVR Vixen. (88 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 1969 TVR Vixen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lexus IS weights approximately 807 kg more than 1969 TVR Vixen. 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, 2010 Lexus IS (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 TVR Vixen. (130 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 TVR Vixen. 2010 Lexus IS has automatic transmission and 1969 TVR Vixen has manual transmission. 1969 TVR Vixen will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Lexus IS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 TVR Vixen | 2010 Lexus IS | |
| Make | TVR | Lexus |
| Model | Vixen | IS |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 2231 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 204 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 738 kg | 1545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4585 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2731 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 65 L |
