1951 Ferrari 375 Indy vs. 2011 Lexus IS
To start off, 2011 Lexus IS is newer by 60 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Ferrari 375 Indy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Ferrari 375 Indy would be higher. At 4,493 cc (12 cylinders), 1951 Ferrari 375 Indy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Ferrari 375 Indy (346 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2011 Lexus IS. (306 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Ferrari 375 Indy should accelerate faster than 2011 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lexus IS weights approximately 1040 kg more than 1951 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. 2011 Lexus IS has automatic transmission and 1951 Ferrari 375 Indy has manual transmission. 1951 Ferrari 375 Indy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Lexus IS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Ferrari 375 Indy | 2011 Lexus IS | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lexus |
| Model | 375 Indy | IS |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4493 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4636 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 970 mm | 1415 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2731 mm |
