1965 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2011 Lexus RX
To start off, 2011 Lexus RX is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Lexus RX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lexus RX (275 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider. (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lexus RX should accelerate faster than 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lexus RX weights approximately 565 kg more than 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Lexus RX (348 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Lexus RX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2011 Lexus RX | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Lexus |
| Model | Spider | RX |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2582 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 275 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 348 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1885 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2741 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 73 L |
