1976 Ferrari 400 vs. 2004 Lexus SC
To start off, 2004 Lexus SC is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ferrari 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ferrari 400 would be higher. At 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1976 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ferrari 400 (340 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2004 Lexus SC. (225 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 2004 Lexus SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 450 kg more than 2004 Lexus SC. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1976 Ferrari 400 (422 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Lexus SC. (290 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1976 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Lexus SC.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Ferrari 400 | 2004 Lexus SC | |
Make | Ferrari | Lexus |
Model | 400 | SC |
Year Released | 1976 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4823 cc | 2997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 422 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 1475 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2700 mm |