1968 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2012 Lexus GS
To start off, 2012 Lexus GS is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Alfa Romeo GT would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lexus GS (303 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1968 Alfa Romeo GT. (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 1968 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lexus GS weights approximately 741 kg more than 1968 Alfa Romeo GT. 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 GS (371 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Alfa Romeo GT. (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Alfa Romeo GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Alfa Romeo GT | 2012 Lexus GS | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Lexus |
| Model | GT | GS |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 303 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 371 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1721 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4826 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1425 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 71 L |
