1971 Alfa Romeo GT 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 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Alfa Romeo GT 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 181 more horse power than 1971 Alfa Romeo GT. (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 1971 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lexus SC weights approximately 567 kg more than 1971 Alfa Romeo GT. 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 @ 3400 RPM) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alfa Romeo GT. (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Alfa Romeo GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Alfa Romeo GT | 2007 Lexus SC | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Lexus |
| Model | GT | SC |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 431 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1547 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 75 L |
