1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano vs. 2007 Lexus SC
To start off, 2007 Lexus SC is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano would be higher. At 4,293 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Lexus SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lexus SC (268 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano. (86 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lexus SC weights approximately 499 kg more than 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano. 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, 2007 Lexus SC (431 Nm) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano. (191 Nm). This means 2007 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano | 2007 Lexus SC | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Lexus |
| Model | Caimano | SC |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1278 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 431 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 1547 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2630 mm |
