2006 Lexus IS vs. 1959 Rover P4
To start off, 2006 Lexus IS is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Rover P4 would be higher. At 3,441 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Lexus IS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lexus IS (306 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 239 more horse power than 1959 Rover P4. (67 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 1959 Rover P4.
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 IS (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Rover P4. (169 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lexus IS | 1959 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Lexus | Rover |
| Model | IS | P4 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3441 cc | 2286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 52 L |
