2003 Ferrari 360 vs. 2007 Lexus LS
To start off, 2007 Lexus LS is newer by 4 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 4,608 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ferrari 360 (400 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2007 Lexus LS. (376 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 2007 Lexus LS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lexus LS weights approximately 661 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, 2007 Lexus LS (493 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ferrari 360. (374 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2007 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ferrari 360. 2007 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. 2007 Lexus LS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ferrari 360 | 2007 Lexus LS | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lexus |
| Model | 360 | LS |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3586 cc | 4608 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 493 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 11.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 300 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.1 seconds | 5.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 1945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2980 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 84 L |
