1984 Ferrari Testarossa vs. 2005 Lexus IS
To start off, 2005 Lexus IS is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ferrari Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ferrari Testarossa would be higher. At 4,942 cc (12 cylinders), 1984 Ferrari Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ferrari Testarossa (386 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 2005 Lexus IS. (153 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 2005 Lexus IS.
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 Testarossa (490 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lexus IS. (195 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1984 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ferrari Testarossa | 2005 Lexus IS | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lexus |
| Model | Testarossa | IS |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 386 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 275 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.8 seconds | 9.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 1506 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 115 L | 70 L |
