1959 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 2006 Lexus IS
To start off, 2006 Lexus IS is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 2,952 cc (12 cylinders), 1959 Ferrari 250 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT (238 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2006 Lexus IS. (153 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 2006 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lexus IS weights approximately 255 kg more than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT.
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, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT (262 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lexus IS. (195 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1959 Ferrari 250 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ferrari 250 GT | 2006 Lexus IS | |
Make | Ferrari | Lexus |
Model | 250 GT | IS |
Year Released | 1959 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2952 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 262 Nm | 195 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1455 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 114 L | 70 L |