1957 Abarth 600 vs. 2011 Lexus LS
To start off, 2011 Lexus LS is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Abarth 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Abarth 600 would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lexus LS (380 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 339 more horse power than 1957 Abarth 600. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 1957 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lexus LS weights approximately 1438 kg more than 1957 Abarth 600. 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, 2011 Lexus LS (497 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 443 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Abarth 600. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Abarth 600. 2011 Lexus LS has automatic transmission and 1957 Abarth 600 has manual transmission. 1957 Abarth 600 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Lexus LS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Abarth 600 | 2011 Lexus LS | |
| Make | Abarth | Lexus |
| Model | 600 | LS |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 497 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 2023 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 5179 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1875 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3091 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 84 L |
