1984 Lotus Etna vs. 2012 Lexus LS
To start off, 2012 Lexus LS is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Lotus Etna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Lotus Etna would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lexus LS (380 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1984 Lotus Etna. (331 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 1984 Lotus Etna.
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 LS (497 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Lotus Etna. (408 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2012 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Lotus Etna. 2012 Lexus LS has automatic transmission and 1984 Lotus Etna has manual transmission. 1984 Lotus Etna will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Lexus LS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Lotus Etna | 2012 Lexus LS | |
| Make | Lotus | Lexus |
| Model | Etna | LS |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3946 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 331 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 497 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1875 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2969 mm |
