1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa vs. 2008 Lexus IS
To start off, 2008 Lexus IS is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Lexus IS is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lexus IS weights approximately 775 kg more than 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.
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, 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (205 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Lexus IS. (195 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa | 2008 Lexus IS | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lexus |
| Model | 500 Testarossa | IS |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 257 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 70 L |
