1996 Ferrari 512 TR vs. 2005 Lexus IS
To start off, 2005 Lexus IS is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ferrari 512 TR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ferrari 512 TR would be higher. At 4,943 cc, 1996 Ferrari 512 TR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari 512 TR (422 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 269 more horse power than 2005 Lexus IS. (153 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari 512 TR should accelerate faster than 2005 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ferrari 512 TR weights approximately 64 kg more than 2005 Lexus IS. 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, 1996 Ferrari 512 TR (501 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 306 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lexus IS. (195 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1996 Ferrari 512 TR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ferrari 512 TR | 2005 Lexus IS | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lexus |
| Model | 512 TR | IS |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4943 cc | 1988 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 422 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 501 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1506 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2680 mm |
