1998 Lexus GS vs. 1953 Morris Minor
To start off, 1998 Lexus GS is newer by 45 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 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lexus GS (210 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1953 Morris Minor. (27 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 1953 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lexus GS weights approximately 930 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, 1998 Lexus GS (304 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Morris Minor. (53 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1998 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Lexus GS | 1953 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Lexus | Morris |
| Model | GS | Minor |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 918 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2190 mm |
