2001 Ferrari 360 vs. 2004 Lexus LS
To start off, 2004 Lexus LS is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ferrari 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ferrari 360 would be higher. At 4,293 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ferrari 360 (395 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2004 Lexus LS. (278 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 2004 Lexus LS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lexus LS weights approximately 420 kg more than 2001 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, 2004 Lexus LS (434 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ferrari 360. (373 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2004 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ferrari 360. 2004 Lexus LS has automatic transmission and 2001 Ferrari 360 has manual transmission. 2001 Ferrari 360 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Lexus LS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ferrari 360 | 2004 Lexus LS | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lexus |
| Model | 360 | LS |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3573 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 278 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1392 kg | 1812 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2930 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 17.9 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 84 L |
