1990 Ferrari 412 GT vs. 1998 Lexus SC
To start off, 1998 Lexus SC is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ferrari 412 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ferrari 412 GT would be higher. At 4,941 cc (12 cylinders), 1990 Ferrari 412 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ferrari 412 GT (340 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1998 Lexus SC. (225 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ferrari 412 GT should accelerate faster than 1998 Lexus SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ferrari 412 GT weights approximately 410 kg more than 1998 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, 1990 Ferrari 412 GT (451 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lexus SC. (290 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1990 Ferrari 412 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lexus SC.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Ferrari 412 GT | 1998 Lexus SC | |
Make | Ferrari | Lexus |
Model | 412 GT | SC |
Year Released | 1990 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4941 cc | 2997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 451 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 1475 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2700 mm |