1979 Ferrari 308 vs. 2001 Lexus IS
To start off, 2001 Lexus IS is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ferrari 308. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ferrari 308 would be higher. At 2,927 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Ferrari 308 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Ferrari 308 (255 HP @ 7700 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2001 Lexus IS. (201 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 2001 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lexus IS weights approximately 35 kg more than 1979 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, 1979 Ferrari 308 (283 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Lexus IS. (247 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1979 Ferrari 308 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Lexus IS. 2001 Lexus IS has automatic transmission and 1979 Ferrari 308 has manual transmission. 1979 Ferrari 308 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Lexus IS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ferrari 308 | 2001 Lexus IS | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lexus |
| Model | 308 | IS |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2927 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7700 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 283 Nm | 247 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2680 mm |
