2009 Lexus LS vs. 1970 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 2009 Lexus LS is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Triumph Spitfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Triumph Spitfire would be higher. At 4,293 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lexus LS (280 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 1970 Triumph Spitfire. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 1970 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lexus LS weights approximately 1060 kg more than 1970 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, 2009 Lexus LS (417 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Triumph Spitfire. (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lexus LS | 1970 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Lexus | Triumph |
| Model | LS | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 417 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2110 mm |
