1968 Alfa Romeo GTA vs. 1999 Lexus GS
To start off, 1999 Lexus GS is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lexus GS (225 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lexus GS weights approximately 870 kg more than 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA. 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, 1999 Lexus GS (296 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA. (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA | 1999 Lexus GS | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Lexus |
| Model | GTA | GS |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 75 L |
