1996 Ferrari 550 vs. 2009 Lexus LS
To start off, 2009 Lexus LS is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ferrari 550. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ferrari 550 would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Ferrari 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari 550 (485 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2009 Lexus LS. (381 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari 550 should accelerate faster than 2009 Lexus LS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lexus LS weights approximately 75 kg more than 1996 Ferrari 550.
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 550 (568 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lexus LS. (498 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1996 Ferrari 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lexus LS. 2009 Lexus LS has automatic transmission and 1996 Ferrari 550 has manual transmission. 1996 Ferrari 550 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Lexus LS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Ferrari 550 | 2009 Lexus LS | |
Make | Ferrari | Lexus |
Model | 550 | LS |
Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5474 cc | 4605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 485 HP | 381 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 568 Nm | 498 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 11.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1765 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3100 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 114 L | 84 L |