1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica vs. 2012 Lexus IS
To start off, 2012 Lexus IS is newer by 53 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Lexus IS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lexus IS (416 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lexus IS weights approximately 125 kg more than 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Lexus IS (502 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. (305 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. 2012 Lexus IS 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. 2012 Lexus IS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica | 2012 Lexus IS | |
Make | Ferrari | Lexus |
Model | 400 Superamerica | IS |
Year Released | 1959 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3967 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 416 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 502 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4661 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1816 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1415 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2731 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 119 L | 64 L |