2005 Lexus IS vs. 1961 Morgan 4
To start off, 2005 Lexus IS is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Lexus IS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lexus IS (201 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1961 Morgan 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 1961 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lexus IS weights approximately 860 kg more than 1961 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, 2005 Lexus IS (310 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Morgan 4. (72 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2005 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Morgan 4. 2005 Lexus IS has automatic transmission and 1961 Morgan 4 has manual transmission. 1961 Morgan 4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Lexus IS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lexus IS | 1961 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Lexus | Morgan |
| Model | IS | 4 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 72 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2450 mm |
