1963 Ferrari 250 GTO vs. 2012 Lexus LFA
To start off, 2012 Lexus LFA is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Ferrari 250 GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Ferrari 250 GTO would be higher. At 4,800 cc (10 cylinders), 2012 Lexus LFA is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lexus LFA (552 HP @ 8700 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 1963 Ferrari 250 GTO. (300 HP @ 7500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lexus LFA should accelerate faster than 1963 Ferrari 250 GTO. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lexus LFA weights approximately 530 kg more than 1963 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 LFA (479 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Ferrari 250 GTO. (294 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2012 Lexus LFA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Ferrari 250 GTO. 2012 Lexus LFA has automatic transmission and 1963 Ferrari 250 GTO has manual transmission. 1963 Ferrari 250 GTO will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Lexus LFA will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1963 Ferrari 250 GTO | 2012 Lexus LFA | |
Make | Ferrari | Lexus |
Model | 250 GTO | LFA |
Year Released | 1963 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2953 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 552 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 8700 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 479 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automated manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4506 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1895 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1219 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2606 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 133 L | 73 L |