1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 vs. 2012 Lexus LS
To start off, 2012 Lexus LS is newer by 62 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lexus LS (438 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 338 more horse power than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lexus LS weights approximately 1360 kg more than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Lexus LS is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Lexus LS will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Lexus LS (521 Nm) has 381 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. (140 Nm). This means 2012 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900.
Compare all specifications:
1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 | 2012 Lexus LS | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Lexus |
Model | 1900 | LS |
Year Released | 1950 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1883 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 438 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 521 Nm |
Top Speed | 171 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 2360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 5179 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1875 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1481 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3091 mm |