1988 Ferrari 412 GT vs. 2011 Lexus IS
To start off, 2011 Lexus IS is newer by 23 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 136 more horse power than 2011 Lexus IS. (204 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ferrari 412 GT should accelerate faster than 2011 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ferrari 412 GT weights approximately 143 kg more than 2011 Lexus IS. 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 @ 4200 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Lexus IS. (251 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1988 Ferrari 412 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Ferrari 412 GT | 2011 Lexus IS | |
Make | Ferrari | Lexus |
Model | 412 GT | IS |
Year Released | 1988 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 204 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 451 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 1742 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4633 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1801 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1415 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2731 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 65 L |