1995 Ferrari F355 vs. 2006 Lexus SC
To start off, 2006 Lexus SC is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ferrari F355. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ferrari F355 would be higher. At 4,277 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Lexus SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ferrari F355 (376 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2006 Lexus SC. (288 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 2006 Lexus SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ferrari F355 weights approximately 143 kg more than 2006 Lexus SC. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 SC (431 Nm) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ferrari F355. (364 Nm). This means 2006 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ferrari F355.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ferrari F355 | 2006 Lexus SC | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lexus |
| Model | F355 | SC |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 4277 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 364 Nm | 431 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 254 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1547 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 75 L |
