1997 Ferrari Maranello vs. 2012 Lexus IS
To start off, 2012 Lexus IS is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ferrari Maranello. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ferrari Maranello would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 1997 Ferrari Maranello is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ferrari Maranello (485 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 281 more horse power than 2012 Lexus IS. (204 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ferrari Maranello should accelerate faster than 2012 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ferrari Maranello weights approximately 78 kg more than 2012 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, 1997 Ferrari Maranello (563 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Lexus IS. (251 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1997 Ferrari Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ferrari Maranello | 2012 Lexus IS | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lexus |
| Model | Maranello | IS |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5474 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 485 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 563 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1567 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4585 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2731 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 114 L | 65 L |
