2008 Lexus IS vs. 1949 Morris Minor
To start off, 2008 Lexus IS is newer by 59 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Morris Minor would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Lexus IS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Lexus IS (211 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1949 Morris Minor. (27 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 1949 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lexus IS weights approximately 825 kg more than 1949 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, 2008 Lexus IS (288 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Morris Minor. (53 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Lexus IS | 1949 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Lexus | Morris |
| Model | IS | Minor |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 916 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 288 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2190 mm |
