2006 Lexus GS vs. 1955 Morris Minor
To start off, 2006 Lexus GS is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Morris Minor would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lexus GS (217 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1955 Morris Minor. (35 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 1955 Morris Minor.
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, 2006 Lexus GS (294 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Morris Minor. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lexus GS | 1955 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Lexus | Morris |
| Model | GS | Minor |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 947 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 62.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 116 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 22 L |
