1960 Abarth 850 vs. 2012 Lexus LS

To start off, 2012 Lexus LS is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Abarth 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth 850 would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lexus LS (380 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 329 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 850. (51 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lexus LS weights approximately 1453 kg more than 1960 Abarth 850. 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, 2012 Lexus LS (497 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 427 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 850. (70 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 850. 2012 Lexus LS has automatic transmission and 1960 Abarth 850 has manual transmission. 1960 Abarth 850 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Lexus LS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1960 Abarth 850 2012 Lexus LS
Make Abarth Lexus
Model 850 LS
Year Released 1960 2012
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Rear Front
Engine Size 850 cc 4600 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 51 HP 380 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6400 RPM
Torque 70 Nm 497 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 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 570 kg 2023 kg
Vehicle Length 3600 mm 5179 mm
Vehicle Width 1360 mm 1875 mm
Vehicle Height 1180 mm 1476 mm
Wheelbase Size 2010 mm 3091 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 84 L


 

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