1987 Ferrari 208 vs. 2001 Lexus IS
To start off, 2001 Lexus IS is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ferrari 208. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ferrari 208 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Ferrari 208 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ferrari 208 (254 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2001 Lexus IS. (153 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 2001 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lexus IS weights approximately 170 kg more than 1987 Ferrari 208.
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, 1987 Ferrari 208 (328 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Lexus IS. (195 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1987 Ferrari 208 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ferrari 208 | 2001 Lexus IS | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lexus |
| Model | 208 | IS |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66.8 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| 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 | 1230 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 70 L |
