1975 Ferrari 308 vs. 2010 Lexus IS
To start off, 2010 Lexus IS is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ferrari 308. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ferrari 308 would be higher. At 2,927 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Ferrari 308 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Ferrari 308 (247 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2010 Lexus IS. (204 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 2010 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lexus IS weights approximately 477 kg more than 1975 Ferrari 308.
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, 1975 Ferrari 308 (290 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Lexus IS. (251 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1975 Ferrari 308 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Lexus IS. 2010 Lexus IS has automatic transmission and 1975 Ferrari 308 has manual transmission. 1975 Ferrari 308 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Lexus IS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Ferrari 308 | 2010 Lexus IS | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lexus |
| Model | 308 | IS |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2927 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1742 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4633 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1415 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2731 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 140 L | 65 L |
