1965 Ferrari 250 LM vs. 1995 Lexus GS
To start off, 1995 Lexus GS is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Ferrari 250 LM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Ferrari 250 LM would be higher. At 3,286 cc (12 cylinders), 1965 Ferrari 250 LM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Ferrari 250 LM (317 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1995 Lexus GS. (205 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Ferrari 250 LM should accelerate faster than 1995 Lexus GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Lexus GS weights approximately 870 kg more than 1965 Ferrari 250 LM.
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, 1965 Ferrari 250 LM (313 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lexus GS. (276 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1965 Ferrari 250 LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lexus GS. 1995 Lexus GS has automatic transmission and 1965 Ferrari 250 LM has manual transmission. 1965 Ferrari 250 LM will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Lexus GS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Ferrari 250 LM | 1995 Lexus GS | |
Make | Ferrari | Lexus |
Model | 250 LM | GS |
Year Released | 1965 | 1995 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3286 cc | 2997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 205 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 313 Nm | 276 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 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 | 850 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2810 mm |