1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica vs. 2012 Lexus LS
To start off, 2012 Lexus LS is newer by 52 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lexus LS (438 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. (336 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lexus LS weights approximately 770 kg more than 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Lexus LS is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Lexus LS will offer significantly more control. 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 LS (521 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. (305 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica | 2012 Lexus LS | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lexus |
| Model | 400 Superamerica | LS |
| Year Released | 1960 | 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 | 336 HP | 438 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 521 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 2360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5179 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1875 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3091 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 119 L | 84 L |
