1968 Ferrari 365 GT vs. 2006 Lexus IS
To start off, 2006 Lexus IS is newer by 38 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. In terms of performance, 1968 Ferrari 365 GT (320 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 2006 Lexus IS. (153 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ferrari 365 GT should accelerate faster than 2006 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lexus IS weights approximately 41 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 @ 5000 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lexus IS. (195 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1968 Ferrari 365 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ferrari 365 GT | 2006 Lexus IS | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lexus |
| Model | 365 GT | IS |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4390 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1464 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 70 L |
