1988 Ferrari 328 GTS vs. 2004 Lexus IS
To start off, 2004 Lexus IS is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS would be higher. At 3,185 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2004 Lexus IS. (153 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS should accelerate faster than 2004 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lexus IS weights approximately 127 kg more than 1988 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, 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Lexus IS. (195 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS | 2004 Lexus IS | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lexus |
| Model | 328 GTS | IS |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3185 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 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 | 1273 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 70 L |
