1992 Ferrari 348 vs. 2006 Lexus IS
To start off, 2006 Lexus IS is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ferrari 348. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ferrari 348 would be higher. At 3,405 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Ferrari 348 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ferrari 348 (295 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2006 Lexus IS. (176 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ferrari 348 should accelerate faster than 2006 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lexus IS weights approximately 265 kg more than 1992 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, 2006 Lexus IS (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ferrari 348. (323 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ferrari 348.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ferrari 348 | 2006 Lexus IS | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lexus |
| Model | 348 | IS |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3405 cc | 2231 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 15.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 65 L |
