2009 Lexus IS vs. 1962 Vauxhall Velox
To start off, 2009 Lexus IS is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Vauxhall Velox. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Vauxhall Velox would be higher. At 2,651 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Vauxhall Velox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lexus IS (175 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1962 Vauxhall Velox. (94 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 1962 Vauxhall Velox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lexus IS weights approximately 425 kg more than 1962 Vauxhall Velox. 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 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Vauxhall Velox. (200 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Vauxhall Velox.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lexus IS | 1962 Vauxhall Velox | |
| Make | Lexus | Vauxhall |
| Model | IS | Velox |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2231 cc | 2651 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 15.8:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 48 L |
