1984 Ferrari 400 vs. 2011 Lexus IS
To start off, 2011 Lexus IS is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ferrari 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ferrari 400 would be higher. At 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1984 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ferrari 400 (306 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2011 Lexus IS. (204 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 2011 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 88 kg more than 2011 Lexus IS. 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, 1984 Ferrari 400 (392 Nm) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Lexus IS. (251 Nm). This means 1984 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ferrari 400 | 2011 Lexus IS | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lexus |
| Model | 400 | IS |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4823 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 392 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1742 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4633 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1415 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2731 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 118 L | 65 L |
