2003 Lexus LX vs. 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia
To start off, 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Lexus LX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Lexus LX would be higher. At 4,662 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Lexus LX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia (570 HP @ 9000 RPM) has 338 more horse power than 2003 Lexus LX. (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia should accelerate faster than 2003 Lexus LX.
Because 2003 Lexus LX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia (539 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lexus LX. (434 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lexus LX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Lexus LX | 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia | |
| Make | Lexus | Ferrari |
| Model | LX | 458 Italia |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4662 cc | 4500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 570 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 9000 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 539 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4526 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1938 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2649 mm |
