2009 Lexus GS vs. 1971 Morris Minor
To start off, 2009 Lexus GS is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Morris Minor would be higher. At 3,456 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lexus GS (303 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 256 more horse power than 1971 Morris Minor. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 1971 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lexus GS weights approximately 940 kg more than 1971 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, 2009 Lexus GS (372 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Morris Minor. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lexus GS | 1971 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Lexus | Morris |
| Model | GS | Minor |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3456 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 303 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 372 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 64.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 83.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.8:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 52 L |
