1974 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2003 Lexus LS
To start off, 2003 Lexus LS is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Alfa Romeo GT would be higher. At 4,293 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lexus LS (282 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1974 Alfa Romeo GT. (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 1974 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lexus LS weights approximately 850 kg more than 1974 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, 2003 Lexus LS (418 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Alfa Romeo GT. (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Alfa Romeo GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Alfa Romeo GT | 2003 Lexus LS | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Lexus |
| Model | GT | LS |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2003 |
| 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 | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 418 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2930 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 84 L |
