1997 Ferrari F355 vs. 2012 Lexus GS
To start off, 2012 Lexus GS is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ferrari F355. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ferrari F355 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ferrari F355 (376 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2012 Lexus GS. (303 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 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 371 kg more than 1997 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, 2012 Lexus GS (371 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ferrari F355. (363 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2012 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ferrari F355. 2012 Lexus GS has automatic transmission and 1997 Ferrari F355 has manual transmission. 1997 Ferrari F355 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Lexus GS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ferrari F355 | 2012 Lexus GS | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lexus |
| Model | F355 | GS |
| Year Released | 1997 | 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 | 376 HP | 303 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 371 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1721 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4826 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1425 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 71 L |
