2000 Lexus GS vs. 2009 Ferrari 599
To start off, 2009 Ferrari 599 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Lexus GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Lexus GS would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Ferrari 599 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ferrari 599 (612 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 335 more horse power than 2000 Lexus GS. (277 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ferrari 599 should accelerate faster than 2000 Lexus GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ferrari 599 weights approximately 20 kg more than 2000 Lexus GS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Ferrari 599 (608 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Lexus GS. (417 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Ferrari 599 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Lexus GS.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Lexus GS | 2009 Ferrari 599 | |
Make | Lexus | Ferrari |
Model | GS | 599 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 277 HP | 612 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7600 RPM |
Torque | 417 Nm | 608 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.2:1 |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 331 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.6 seconds | 3.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1765 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.3 L/100km | 21.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 105 L |