1968 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2004 Lexus GS
To start off, 2004 Lexus GS is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lexus GS (220 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider. (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lexus GS weights approximately 325 kg more than 1968 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, 2004 Lexus GS (298 Nm) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider. (220 Nm). This means 2004 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2004 Lexus GS | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Lexus |
| Model | Spider | GS |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2580 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1655 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 75 L |
