1952 Ferrari 340 Mexico vs. 2011 Lexus IS
To start off, 2011 Lexus IS is newer by 59 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Ferrari 340 Mexico. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Ferrari 340 Mexico would be higher. At 4,101 cc (12 cylinders), 1952 Ferrari 340 Mexico is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1952 Ferrari 340 Mexico (279 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2011 Lexus IS. (204 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1952 Ferrari 340 Mexico should accelerate faster than 2011 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lexus IS weights approximately 567 kg more than 1952 Ferrari 340 Mexico.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1952 Ferrari 340 Mexico (309 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Lexus IS. (251 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1952 Ferrari 340 Mexico will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Ferrari 340 Mexico | 2011 Lexus IS | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lexus |
| Model | 340 Mexico | IS |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4101 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 309 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1567 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1425 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2728 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 159 L | 65 L |
