1962 Ferrari 250 GTO vs. 2010 Lexus IS
To start off, 2010 Lexus IS is newer by 48 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 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO (296 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2010 Lexus IS. (204 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO should accelerate faster than 2010 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lexus IS weights approximately 827 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, 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO (294 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Lexus IS. (251 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Ferrari 250 GTO | 2010 Lexus IS | |
Make | Ferrari | Lexus |
Model | 250 GTO | IS |
Year Released | 1962 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2953 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 204 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1742 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4636 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1801 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1415 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2731 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 133 L | 65 L |