1994 Ferrari 512 TR vs. 1992 Lexus SC
To start off, 1994 Ferrari 512 TR is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Lexus SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Lexus SC would be higher. At 4,943 cc, 1994 Ferrari 512 TR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ferrari 512 TR (423 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 1992 Lexus SC. (225 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ferrari 512 TR should accelerate faster than 1992 Lexus SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Lexus SC weights approximately 52 kg more than 1994 Ferrari 512 TR.
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, 1994 Ferrari 512 TR (501 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Lexus SC. (285 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1994 Ferrari 512 TR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Lexus SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ferrari 512 TR | 1992 Lexus SC | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lexus |
| Model | 512 TR | SC |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4943 cc | 2997 cc |
| Horse Power | 423 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 501 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1622 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2700 mm |
