1997 Lexus LS vs. 1957 Morgan Plus 4
To start off, 1997 Lexus LS is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Morgan Plus 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Morgan Plus 4 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 184 more horse power than 1957 Morgan Plus 4. (96 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 1957 Morgan Plus 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Lexus LS weights approximately 975 kg more than 1957 Morgan Plus 4. 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 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Morgan Plus 4. (166 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Morgan Plus 4. 1997 Lexus LS has automatic transmission and 1957 Morgan Plus 4 has manual transmission. 1957 Morgan Plus 4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Lexus LS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Lexus LS | 1957 Morgan Plus 4 | |
| Make | Lexus | Morgan |
| Model | LS | Plus 4 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1957 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3967 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 398 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2440 mm |
