1979 Ferrari 400 vs. 1992 Lexus LS
To start off, 1992 Lexus LS is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ferrari 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ferrari 400 would be higher. At 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1979 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Ferrari 400 (315 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1992 Lexus LS. (242 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 1992 Lexus LS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 3 kg more than 1992 Lexus LS. 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, 1979 Ferrari 400 (412 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Lexus LS. (350 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1979 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Lexus LS.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Ferrari 400 | 1992 Lexus LS | |
Make | Ferrari | Lexus |
Model | 400 | LS |
Year Released | 1979 | 1992 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4823 cc | 3969 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 315 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 412 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1818 kg | 1815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2820 mm |