2000 Ferrari Maranello vs. 2004 Lexus GS
To start off, 2004 Lexus GS is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ferrari Maranello. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ferrari Maranello would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Ferrari Maranello is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ferrari Maranello (485 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 2004 Lexus GS. (300 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ferrari Maranello should accelerate faster than 2004 Lexus GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lexus GS weights approximately 35 kg more than 2000 Ferrari Maranello.
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 Maranello (568 Nm) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Lexus GS. (417 Nm). This means 2000 Ferrari Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Lexus GS. 2004 Lexus GS has automatic transmission and 2000 Ferrari Maranello has manual transmission. 2000 Ferrari Maranello will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Lexus GS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ferrari Maranello | 2004 Lexus GS | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lexus |
| Model | Maranello | GS |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5474 cc | 4294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 485 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 568 Nm | 417 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1685 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 114 L | 75 L |
