2009 Lexus IS vs. 1958 Rover P5
To start off, 2009 Lexus IS is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Rover P5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Rover P5 would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Rover P5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lexus IS (175 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1958 Rover P5. (106 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 1958 Rover P5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lexus IS weights approximately 80 kg more than 1958 Rover P5. 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 IS (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Rover P5. (222 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2009 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Rover P5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lexus IS | 1958 Rover P5 | |
| Make | Lexus | Rover |
| Model | IS | P5 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2231 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 222 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 15.8:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 63 L |
