1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast vs. 2012 Lexus LS
To start off, 2012 Lexus LS is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast would be higher. At 4,963 cc (12 cylinders), 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast (396 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2012 Lexus LS. (380 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast should accelerate faster than 2012 Lexus LS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lexus LS weights approximately 433 kg more than 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast.
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 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast. (475 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2012 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast. 2012 Lexus LS has automatic transmission and 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast has manual transmission. 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast 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.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast | 2012 Lexus LS | |
Make | Ferrari | Lexus |
Model | 500 Superfast | LS |
Year Released | 1965 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4963 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 396 HP | 380 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 497 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 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 | 1540 kg | 1973 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1875 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2969 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 84 L |