2003 Lexus SC vs. 1959 Willys-Overland Rural
To start off, 2003 Lexus SC is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Willys-Overland Rural. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Willys-Overland Rural would be higher. At 4,294 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Lexus SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lexus SC (290 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1959 Willys-Overland Rural. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 1959 Willys-Overland Rural. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lexus SC weights approximately 210 kg more than 1959 Willys-Overland Rural. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Willys-Overland Rural is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Lexus SC. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 Willys-Overland Rural will offer significantly more control. 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, 2003 Lexus SC (447 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Willys-Overland Rural. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Willys-Overland Rural.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Lexus SC | 1959 Willys-Overland Rural | |
| Make | Lexus | Willys-Overland |
| Model | SC | Rural |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 2638 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 79.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.5 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2660 mm |
