1990 Ferrari F40 vs. 2006 Lexus LS
To start off, 2006 Lexus LS is newer by 16 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. At 4,294 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ferrari F40 (622 HP @ 7700 RPM) has 344 more horse power than 2006 Lexus LS. (278 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ferrari F40 should accelerate faster than 2006 Lexus LS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lexus LS weights approximately 665 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 297 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lexus LS. (423 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1990 Ferrari F40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lexus LS. 2006 Lexus LS 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. 2006 Lexus LS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ferrari F40 | 2006 Lexus LS | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lexus |
| Model | F40 | LS |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 4294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 622 HP | 278 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 720 Nm | 423 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| 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 | 1765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2930 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 84 L |
