2003 Ferrari 612 vs. 2000 Lexus LX
To start off, 2003 Ferrari 612 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Lexus LX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Lexus LX would be higher. At 5,746 cc (12 cylinders), 2003 Ferrari 612 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ferrari 612 (541 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 309 more horse power than 2000 Lexus LX. (232 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 2000 Lexus LX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Lexus LX weights approximately 590 kg more than 2003 Ferrari 612.
Because 2000 Lexus LX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Ferrari 612. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Lexus LX will offer significantly more control. 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, 2003 Ferrari 612 (588 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Lexus LX. (435 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2003 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Lexus LX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ferrari 612 | 2000 Lexus LX | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lexus |
| Model | 612 | LX |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5746 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 541 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 2430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1870 mm |
