1998 Ferrari Maranello 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 Maranello. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ferrari Maranello would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Ferrari Maranello is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ferrari Maranello (479 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 2013 Lexus RX. (266 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ferrari Maranello should accelerate faster than 2013 Lexus RX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Lexus RX weights approximately 325 kg more than 1998 Ferrari Maranello.
Because 2013 Lexus RX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Ferrari Maranello. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Lexus RX will offer significantly more control. 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 Maranello (563 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Lexus RX. (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1998 Ferrari Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Lexus RX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ferrari Maranello | 2013 Lexus RX | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lexus |
| Model | Maranello | RX |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5474 cc | 211 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | electric |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 479 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 563 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1885 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1695 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2740 mm |
