1950 Ferrari 375 Indy vs. 2008 Lexus LS
To start off, 2008 Lexus LS is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Ferrari 375 Indy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Ferrari 375 Indy would be higher. At 4,493 cc (12 cylinders), 1950 Ferrari 375 Indy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1950 Ferrari 375 Indy (346 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2008 Lexus LS. (279 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1950 Ferrari 375 Indy should accelerate faster than 2008 Lexus LS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lexus LS weights approximately 1120 kg more than 1950 Ferrari 375 Indy.
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. 2008 Lexus LS has automatic transmission and 1950 Ferrari 375 Indy has manual transmission. 1950 Ferrari 375 Indy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Lexus LS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Ferrari 375 Indy | 2008 Lexus LS | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lexus |
| Model | 375 Indy | LS |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4493 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 970 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2930 mm |
