1998 Ferrari 355 Spider vs. 2011 Lexus GS
To start off, 2011 Lexus GS is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider (375 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2011 Lexus GS. (340 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider should accelerate faster than 2011 Lexus GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lexus GS weights approximately 185 kg more than 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider.
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, 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider (363 Nm) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Lexus GS. (362 Nm). This means 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Lexus GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider | 2011 Lexus GS | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lexus |
| Model | 355 Spider | GS |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3494 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 375 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 362 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4844 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1425 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 65 L |
