1990 Ferrari 348 vs. 2005 Lexus LS
To start off, 2005 Lexus LS is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ferrari 348. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ferrari 348 would be higher. At 4,293 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ferrari 348 (295 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2005 Lexus LS. (277 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ferrari 348 should accelerate faster than 2005 Lexus LS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lexus LS weights approximately 365 kg more than 1990 Ferrari 348.
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, 2005 Lexus LS (418 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ferrari 348. (324 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ferrari 348. 2005 Lexus LS has automatic transmission and 1990 Ferrari 348 has manual transmission. 1990 Ferrari 348 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Lexus LS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ferrari 348 | 2005 Lexus LS | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lexus |
| Model | 348 | LS |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3405 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 277 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 324 Nm | 418 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2860 mm |
