1988 Ferrari 412 GT vs. 2002 Lexus SC
To start off, 2002 Lexus SC is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ferrari 412 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ferrari 412 GT would be higher. At 4,942 cc (12 cylinders), 1988 Ferrari 412 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ferrari 412 GT (340 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2002 Lexus SC. (312 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ferrari 412 GT should accelerate faster than 2002 Lexus SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ferrari 412 GT weights approximately 70 kg more than 2002 Lexus SC. 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, 1988 Ferrari 412 GT (451 Nm) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lexus SC. (447 Nm). This means 1988 Ferrari 412 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lexus SC. 2002 Lexus SC has automatic transmission and 1988 Ferrari 412 GT has manual transmission. 1988 Ferrari 412 GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Lexus SC will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ferrari 412 GT | 2002 Lexus SC | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lexus |
| Model | 412 GT | SC |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 4298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 312 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 91.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2620 mm |
