2002 Ferrari 360 vs. 2004 Lexus SC
To start off, 2004 Lexus SC is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ferrari 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ferrari 360 would be higher. At 3,573 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Ferrari 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ferrari 360 (400 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 2004 Lexus SC. (225 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 2004 Lexus SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lexus SC weights approximately 135 kg more than 2002 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, 2002 Ferrari 360 (373 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Lexus SC. (290 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2002 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Lexus SC.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Ferrari 360 | 2004 Lexus SC | |
Make | Ferrari | Lexus |
Model | 360 | SC |
Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3573 cc | 2997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1475 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2700 mm |