1998 Ferrari F355 vs. 2006 Lexus IS
To start off, 2006 Lexus IS is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ferrari F355. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ferrari F355 would be higher. At 3,491 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Ferrari F355 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ferrari F355 (376 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 2006 Lexus IS. (176 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 2006 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lexus IS weights approximately 380 kg more than 1998 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, 2006 Lexus IS (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ferrari F355. (363 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2006 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ferrari F355.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ferrari F355 | 2006 Lexus IS | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lexus |
| Model | F355 | IS |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 2231 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 15.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 65 L |
