1992 Lexus LS vs. 1971 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 1992 Lexus LS is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Triumph Spitfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Triumph Spitfire would be higher. At 3,969 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Lexus LS (242 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1971 Triumph Spitfire. (57 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 1971 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Lexus LS weights approximately 1035 kg more than 1971 Triumph Spitfire. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Lexus LS (350 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Triumph Spitfire. (97 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Lexus LS | 1971 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Lexus | Triumph |
| Model | LS | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3969 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2110 mm |
