1976 Ferrari 308 vs. 1989 Lexus LS
To start off, 1989 Lexus LS is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ferrari 308. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ferrari 308 would be higher. At 3,969 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ferrari 308 (247 HP @ 7700 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1989 Lexus LS. (242 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 1989 Lexus LS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Lexus LS weights approximately 453 kg more than 1976 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, 1989 Lexus LS (350 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ferrari 308. (290 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1989 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ferrari 308. 1989 Lexus LS has automatic transmission and 1976 Ferrari 308 has manual transmission. 1976 Ferrari 308 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Lexus LS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ferrari 308 | 1989 Lexus LS | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lexus |
| Model | 308 | LS |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2927 cc | 3969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7700 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1818 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2820 mm |
