2001 Ferrari 360 vs. 2009 Lexus GS
To start off, 2009 Lexus GS is newer by 8 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 3,586 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ferrari 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ferrari 360 (400 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2009 Lexus GS. (303 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 2009 Lexus GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lexus GS weights approximately 75 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, 2001 Ferrari 360 (375 Nm) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lexus GS. (372 Nm). This means 2001 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lexus GS. 2009 Lexus GS 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. 2009 Lexus GS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ferrari 360 | 2009 Lexus GS | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lexus |
| Model | 360 | GS |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3586 cc | 3456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 303 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 375 Nm | 372 Nm |
| 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 | 1690 kg | 1765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2860 mm |
