1978 Ferrari 400 vs. 2006 Lexus SC
To start off, 2006 Lexus SC is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ferrari 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ferrari 400 would be higher. At 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1978 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Ferrari 400 (335 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2006 Lexus SC. (288 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 2006 Lexus SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 283 kg more than 2006 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, 2006 Lexus SC (431 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ferrari 400. (422 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2006 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ferrari 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Ferrari 400 | 2006 Lexus SC | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lexus |
| Model | 400 | SC |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4823 cc | 4277 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 422 Nm | 431 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1547 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 75 L |
