1998 Ferrari 355 Spider vs. 2013 Lexus RX
To start off, 2013 Lexus RX is newer by 15 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 3,494 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider (375 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2013 Lexus RX. (266 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider should accelerate faster than 2013 Lexus RX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Lexus RX weights approximately 205 kg more than 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider.
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 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Lexus RX. (336 Nm). This means 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Lexus RX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider | 2013 Lexus RX | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lexus |
| Model | 355 Spider | RX |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3494 cc | 211 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | electric |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 375 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 294 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1885 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2740 mm |
