1960 Abarth Spider Riviera vs. 2011 Lexus LFA
To start off, 2011 Lexus LFA is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera would be higher. At 4,805 cc (10 cylinders), 2011 Lexus LFA is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lexus LFA (552 HP @ 8700 RPM) has 501 more horse power than 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera. (51 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lexus LFA should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lexus LFA weights approximately 870 kg more than 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera. 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 LFA (480 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 410 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera. (70 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Lexus LFA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Abarth Spider Riviera | 2011 Lexus LFA | |
Make | Abarth | Lexus |
Model | Spider Riviera | LFA |
Year Released | 1960 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 832 cc | 4805 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 552 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8700 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 480 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 62 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 12.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3640 mm | 4505 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1895 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2605 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 73 L |