1996 Ferrari F50 vs. 2006 Lexus IS
To start off, 2006 Lexus IS is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ferrari F50. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ferrari F50 would be higher. At 4,698 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Ferrari F50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari F50 (750 HP @ 10500 RPM) has 597 more horse power than 2006 Lexus IS. (153 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari F50 should accelerate faster than 2006 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lexus IS weights approximately 598 kg more than 1996 Ferrari F50.
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 F50 (520 Nm) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lexus IS. (195 Nm). This means 1996 Ferrari F50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ferrari F50 | 2006 Lexus IS | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lexus |
| Model | F50 | IS |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4698 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 750 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 10500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 907 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 70 L |
