1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo vs. 2008 Lexus IS
To start off, 2008 Lexus IS is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo would be higher. At 1,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo (227 HP @ 9000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2008 Lexus IS. (153 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo should accelerate faster than 2008 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lexus IS weights approximately 407 kg more than 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo.
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, 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo (211 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Lexus IS. (195 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo | 2008 Lexus IS | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Lexus |
| Model | Carabo | IS |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 9000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 211 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 52.2 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1000 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 70 L |
