1962 Ferrari 250 GTO vs. 1991 Lexus LS
To start off, 1991 Lexus LS is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO would be higher. At 3,969 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO (296 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1991 Lexus LS. (242 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO should accelerate faster than 1991 Lexus LS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Lexus LS weights approximately 900 kg more than 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO.
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, 1991 Lexus LS (351 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO. (294 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1991 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO. 1991 Lexus LS has automatic transmission and 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO has manual transmission. 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1991 Lexus LS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO | 1991 Lexus LS | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lexus |
| Model | 250 GTO | LS |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 3969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2820 mm |
