1962 Ferrari 250 GTO vs. 2012 Lexus LS
To start off, 2012 Lexus LS is newer by 50 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lexus LS (380 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO. (296 HP @ 7500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lexus LS weights approximately 1058 kg more than 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO. 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 LS (497 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO. (294 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2012 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO. 2012 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. 2012 Lexus LS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1962 Ferrari 250 GTO | 2012 Lexus LS | |
Make | Ferrari | Lexus |
Model | 250 GTO | LS |
Year Released | 1962 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2953 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 380 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 497 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4100 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 | 1973 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1875 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2969 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 133 L | 84 L |