1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica vs. 1992 Lexus LS
To start off, 1992 Lexus LS is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica would be higher. At 3,969 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1992 Lexus LS. (242 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 1992 Lexus LS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Lexus LS weights approximately 225 kg more than 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica.
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, 1992 Lexus LS (350 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. (305 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1992 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. 1992 Lexus LS has automatic transmission and 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica has manual transmission. 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 Lexus LS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica | 1992 Lexus LS | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lexus |
| Model | 400 Superamerica | LS |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3967 cc | 3969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2820 mm |
