2001 Lexus IS vs. 1956 Morgan 4
To start off, 2001 Lexus IS is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Lexus IS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lexus IS (225 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1956 Morgan 4. (33 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 1956 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lexus IS weights approximately 840 kg more than 1956 Morgan 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, 2001 Lexus IS (298 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Morgan 4. (73 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2001 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Morgan 4. 2001 Lexus IS has automatic transmission and 1956 Morgan 4 has manual transmission. 1956 Morgan 4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Lexus IS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Lexus IS | 1956 Morgan 4 | |
Make | Lexus | Morgan |
Model | IS | 4 |
Year Released | 2001 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2994 cc | 1171 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 33 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 73 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2450 mm |