1995 Ferrari F355 vs. 2012 Lexus GS
To start off, 2012 Lexus GS is newer by 17 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ferrari F355 (375 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2012 Lexus GS. (340 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 2012 Lexus GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lexus GS weights approximately 525 kg more than 1995 Ferrari F355.
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, 1995 Ferrari F355 (364 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Lexus GS. (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1995 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Lexus GS.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Ferrari F355 | 2012 Lexus GS | |
Make | Ferrari | Lexus |
Model | F355 | GS |
Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 375 HP | 340 HP |
Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 364 Nm | 362 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1875 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4844 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1425 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 65 L |