1970 Alfa Romeo Berlina vs. 2012 Lexus LFA
To start off, 2012 Lexus LFA is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Alfa Romeo Berlina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Alfa Romeo Berlina would be higher. At 4,800 cc (10 cylinders), 2012 Lexus LFA is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lexus LFA (552 HP @ 8700 RPM) has 421 more horse power than 1970 Alfa Romeo Berlina. (131 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lexus LFA should accelerate faster than 1970 Alfa Romeo Berlina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lexus LFA weights approximately 370 kg more than 1970 Alfa Romeo Berlina. 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 LFA (479 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Alfa Romeo Berlina. (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Lexus LFA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Alfa Romeo Berlina.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Alfa Romeo Berlina | 2012 Lexus LFA | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Lexus |
Model | Berlina | LFA |
Year Released | 1970 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 552 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 8700 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 479 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4506 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1895 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1219 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2606 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 73 L |