2007 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2011 Lexus ES
To start off, 2011 Lexus ES is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Alfa Romeo GT would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Alfa Romeo GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Alfa Romeo GT (406 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2011 Lexus ES. (268 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 2011 Lexus ES.
Because 2007 Alfa Romeo GT 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 2007 Alfa Romeo GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Lexus ES, 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, 2007 Alfa Romeo GT (509 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Lexus ES. (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2007 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Lexus ES.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Alfa Romeo GT | 2011 Lexus ES | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Lexus |
| Model | GT | ES |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 406 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1821 mm |
