2004 Ferrari 360 vs. 2012 Lexus LS
To start off, 2012 Lexus LS is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ferrari 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ferrari 360 would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ferrari 360 (400 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2012 Lexus LS. (380 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 2012 Lexus LS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lexus LS weights approximately 633 kg more than 2004 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, 2012 Lexus LS (497 Nm) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ferrari 360. (373 Nm). This means 2012 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ferrari 360. 2012 Lexus LS has automatic transmission and 2004 Ferrari 360 has manual transmission. 2004 Ferrari 360 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Lexus LS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ferrari 360 | 2012 Lexus LS | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lexus |
| Model | 360 | LS |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3589 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 497 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 2023 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5179 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1875 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3091 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 14.7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 21.4 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 84 L |
