1990 Lexus LS vs. 1960 MG MGA
To start off, 1990 Lexus LS is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 MG MGA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 MG MGA would be higher. At 3,968 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Lexus LS (242 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1960 MG MGA. (106 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 1960 MG MGA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Lexus LS weights approximately 915 kg more than 1960 MG MGA. 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, 1990 Lexus LS (350 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 MG MGA. (141 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1990 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 MG MGA. 1990 Lexus LS has automatic transmission and 1960 MG MGA has manual transmission. 1960 MG MGA will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Lexus LS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Lexus LS | 1960 MG MGA | |
| Make | Lexus | MG |
| Model | LS | MGA |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1960 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3968 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2390 mm |
