1987 Alfa Romeo 75 vs. 2010 Lexus IS
To start off, 2010 Lexus IS is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Alfa Romeo 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 would be higher. At 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lexus IS (204 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1987 Alfa Romeo 75. (182 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 1987 Alfa Romeo 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lexus IS weights approximately 530 kg more than 1987 Alfa Romeo 75. 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, 2010 Lexus IS (251 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Alfa Romeo 75. (240 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Alfa Romeo 75.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Alfa Romeo 75 | 2010 Lexus IS | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Lexus |
Model | 75 | IS |
Year Released | 1987 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2959 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 204 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1212 kg | 1742 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4636 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1801 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1415 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2731 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 65 L |