1995 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1995 Lexus GS
To start off, both 1995 Alfa Romeo Spider and 1995 Lexus GS were released in the same year (1995). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,969 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Lexus GS (290 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1995 Alfa Romeo Spider. (189 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 1995 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Lexus GS weights approximately 404 kg more than 1995 Alfa Romeo Spider. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Lexus GS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1995 Lexus GS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Alfa Romeo Spider, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1995 Lexus GS (407 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Alfa Romeo Spider. (260 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1995 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Alfa Romeo Spider. 1995 Lexus GS has automatic transmission and 1995 Alfa Romeo Spider has manual transmission. 1995 Alfa Romeo Spider will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Lexus GS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1995 Lexus GS | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Lexus |
| Model | Spider | GS |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2957 cc | 3969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1824 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 85 L |
