1968 Ferrari 365 GT vs. 1999 Lexus GS
To start off, 1999 Lexus GS is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ferrari 365 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ferrari 365 GT would be higher. At 4,390 cc (12 cylinders), 1968 Ferrari 365 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lexus GS weights approximately 256 kg more than 1968 Ferrari 365 GT.
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, 1968 Ferrari 365 GT (363 Nm) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lexus GS. (298 Nm). This means 1968 Ferrari 365 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lexus GS. 1999 Lexus GS has automatic transmission and 1968 Ferrari 365 GT has manual transmission. 1968 Ferrari 365 GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Lexus GS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ferrari 365 GT | 1999 Lexus GS | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lexus |
| Model | 365 GT | GS |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4390 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 86.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1464 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2810 mm |
