1990 Ferrari Testarossa vs. 2007 Lexus LS
To start off, 2007 Lexus LS is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ferrari Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ferrari Testarossa would be higher. At 4,943 cc (12 cylinders), 1990 Ferrari Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ferrari Testarossa (385 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2007 Lexus LS. (279 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 2007 Lexus LS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lexus LS weights approximately 257 kg more than 1990 Ferrari Testarossa.
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 Testarossa (500 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lexus LS. (417 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lexus LS. 2007 Lexus LS has automatic transmission and 1990 Ferrari Testarossa has manual transmission. 1990 Ferrari Testarossa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Lexus LS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ferrari Testarossa | 2007 Lexus LS | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lexus |
| Model | Testarossa | LS |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4943 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 417 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 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 | 1585 kg | 1842 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2930 mm |
