1997 Lexus LS vs. 1953 Morris Minor
To start off, 1997 Lexus LS is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Morris Minor would be higher. At 3,967 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Lexus LS (280 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 1953 Morris Minor. (27 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 1953 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Lexus LS weights approximately 1025 kg more than 1953 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, 1997 Lexus LS (398 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 345 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Morris Minor. (53 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1997 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Lexus LS | 1953 Morris Minor | |
Make | Lexus | Morris |
Model | LS | Minor |
Year Released | 1997 | 1953 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3967 cc | 918 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 280 HP | 27 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 398 Nm | 53 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2190 mm |