2008 Lexus IS vs. 1958 Morris Minor
To start off, 2008 Lexus IS is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Lexus IS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Lexus IS (270 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 1958 Morris Minor. (36 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 1958 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lexus IS weights approximately 665 kg more than 1958 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 (195 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Morris Minor. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Lexus IS | 1958 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Lexus | Morris |
| Model | IS | Minor |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2190 mm |
