1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica vs. 2004 Lexus IS
To start off, 2004 Lexus IS is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica would be higher. At 3,967 cc (12 cylinders), 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica (336 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 2004 Lexus IS. (153 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 2004 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica weights approximately 190 kg more than 2004 Lexus IS. 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, 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica (305 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Lexus IS. (195 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica | 2004 Lexus IS | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lexus |
| Model | 400 Superamerica | IS |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3967 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 336 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 119 L | 70 L |
