1965 Alpine A 110 vs. 2011 Lexus LFA
To start off, 2011 Lexus LFA is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Alpine A 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Alpine A 110 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 503 more horse power than 1965 Alpine A 110. (49 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lexus LFA should accelerate faster than 1965 Alpine A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lexus LFA weights approximately 905 kg more than 1965 Alpine A 110. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Alpine A 110 | 2011 Lexus LFA | |
| Make | Alpine | Lexus |
| Model | A 110 | LFA |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 956 cc | 4805 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 552 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 8700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 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 | 575 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4505 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2605 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 73 L |
