1983 Ferrari 400 vs. 2012 Lexus GS
To start off, 2012 Lexus GS is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ferrari 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ferrari 400 would be higher. At 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1983 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lexus GS (340 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1983 Ferrari 400. (306 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 1983 Ferrari 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lexus GS weights approximately 45 kg more than 1983 Ferrari 400. 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, 1983 Ferrari 400 (393 Nm) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Lexus GS. (362 Nm). This means 1983 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Lexus GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ferrari 400 | 2012 Lexus GS | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lexus |
| Model | 400 | GS |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4823 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 362 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4844 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1425 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 118 L | 65 L |
