1986 Ferrari 328 GTS vs. 2010 Lexus IS
To start off, 2010 Lexus IS is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ferrari 328 GTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ferrari 328 GTS would be higher. At 3,185 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Ferrari 328 GTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ferrari 328 GTS (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2010 Lexus IS. (204 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari 328 GTS should accelerate faster than 2010 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lexus IS weights approximately 294 kg more than 1986 Ferrari 328 GTS.
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, 1986 Ferrari 328 GTS (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Lexus IS. (251 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1986 Ferrari 328 GTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ferrari 328 GTS | 2010 Lexus IS | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lexus |
| Model | 328 GTS | IS |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3185 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1273 kg | 1567 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1425 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2731 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 65 L |
