1982 Ferrari 400 vs. 2000 Lexus GS
To start off, 2000 Lexus GS is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ferrari 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ferrari 400 would be higher. At 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1982 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ferrari 400 (306 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2000 Lexus GS. (277 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 2000 Lexus GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 85 kg more than 2000 Lexus GS. 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, 2000 Lexus GS (417 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ferrari 400. (392 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2000 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ferrari 400. 2000 Lexus GS has automatic transmission and 1982 Ferrari 400 has manual transmission. 1982 Ferrari 400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Lexus GS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ferrari 400 | 2000 Lexus GS | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lexus |
| Model | 400 | GS |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4823 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 277 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 392 Nm | 417 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 75 L |
