2007 Lexus LS vs. 1962 Morris Minor
To start off, 2007 Lexus LS is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Morris Minor would be higher. At 4,293 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lexus LS (277 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 1962 Morris Minor. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 1962 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lexus LS weights approximately 1105 kg more than 1962 Morris Minor. 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, 2007 Lexus LS (417 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 336 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Morris Minor. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Lexus LS | 1962 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Lexus | Morris |
| Model | LS | Minor |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 277 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 417 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1905 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 45 L |
