1984 Opel Senator vs. 2012 Lexus LFA
To start off, 2012 Lexus LFA is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Opel Senator. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Opel Senator 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 438 more horse power than 1984 Opel Senator. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lexus LFA should accelerate faster than 1984 Opel Senator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lexus LFA weights approximately 160 kg more than 1984 Opel Senator. 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 293 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Opel Senator. (186 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Lexus LFA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Opel Senator.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Opel Senator | 2012 Lexus LFA | |
| Make | Opel | Lexus |
| Model | Senator | LFA |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2197 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 552 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 8700 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 479 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4506 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1219 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2606 mm |
