2000 Ferrari 360 vs. 1999 Lexus GS
To start off, 2000 Ferrari 360 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Lexus GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Lexus GS would be higher. At 3,586 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ferrari 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ferrari 360 (395 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1999 Lexus GS. (225 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 1999 Lexus GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lexus GS weights approximately 316 kg more than 2000 Ferrari 360.
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, 2000 Ferrari 360 (373 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lexus GS. (296 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2000 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lexus GS. 1999 Lexus GS has automatic transmission and 2000 Ferrari 360 has manual transmission. 2000 Ferrari 360 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Lexus GS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ferrari 360 | 1999 Lexus GS | |
Make | Ferrari | Lexus |
Model | 360 | GS |
Year Released | 2000 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3586 cc | 2994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 296 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 295 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1344 kg | 1660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 17.9 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 75 L |