1990 Ferrari F40 vs. 1995 Lexus GS
To start off, 1995 Lexus GS is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ferrari F40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ferrari F40 would be higher. Both 1990 Ferrari F40 and 1995 Lexus GS are equipped with a 2,997 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ferrari F40 (622 HP @ 7700 RPM) has 417 more horse power than 1995 Lexus GS. (205 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ferrari F40 should accelerate faster than 1995 Lexus GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Lexus GS weights approximately 620 kg more than 1990 Ferrari F40.
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 F40 (720 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 444 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lexus GS. (276 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1990 Ferrari F40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lexus GS. 1995 Lexus GS has automatic transmission and 1990 Ferrari F40 has manual transmission. 1990 Ferrari F40 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Lexus GS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ferrari F40 | 1995 Lexus GS | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lexus |
| Model | F40 | GS |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 622 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 720 Nm | 276 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| 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 | 1100 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2810 mm |
