1967 Ferrari 250 GTO vs. 2005 Lexus IS
To start off, 2005 Lexus IS is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Ferrari 250 GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Ferrari 250 GTO would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1967 Ferrari 250 GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Ferrari 250 GTO (300 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 2005 Lexus IS. (153 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Ferrari 250 GTO should accelerate faster than 2005 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lexus IS weights approximately 591 kg more than 1967 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, 1967 Ferrari 250 GTO (294 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lexus IS. (195 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1967 Ferrari 250 GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Ferrari 250 GTO | 2005 Lexus IS | |
Make | Ferrari | Lexus |
Model | 250 GTO | IS |
Year Released | 1967 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2953 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 195 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 254 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1506 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 133 L | 70 L |