2003 Ferrari 360 vs. 2006 Lexus LS
To start off, 2006 Lexus LS is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ferrari 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ferrari 360 would be higher. At 4,294 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ferrari 360 (420 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 2006 Lexus LS. (278 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 2006 Lexus LS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lexus LS weights approximately 490 kg more than 2003 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, 2006 Lexus LS (423 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ferrari 360. (374 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2006 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ferrari 360. 2006 Lexus LS has automatic transmission and 2003 Ferrari 360 has manual transmission. 2003 Ferrari 360 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Lexus LS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ferrari 360 | 2006 Lexus LS | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lexus |
| Model | 360 | LS |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3586 cc | 4294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 278 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 423 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 91.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2930 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 84 L |
