1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe vs. 1993 Lexus GS
To start off, 1993 Lexus GS is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe (230 HP @ 8800 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1993 Lexus GS. (205 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe should accelerate faster than 1993 Lexus GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Lexus GS weights approximately 1000 kg more than 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe.
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, 1993 Lexus GS (275 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe. (190 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 1993 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe. 1993 Lexus GS has automatic transmission and 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe has manual transmission. 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Lexus GS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe | 1993 Lexus GS | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Lexus |
| Model | Coupe | GS |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 275 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 990 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2810 mm |
