2006 Ferrari F430 vs. 2009 Lexus LS
To start off, 2009 Lexus LS is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ferrari F430. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ferrari F430 would be higher. At 4,608 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ferrari F430 (490 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 2009 Lexus LS. (376 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 2009 Lexus LS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lexus LS weights approximately 176 kg more than 2006 Ferrari F430.
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, 2009 Lexus LS (493 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ferrari F430. (465 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2009 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ferrari F430.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ferrari F430 | 2009 Lexus LS | |
Make | Ferrari | Lexus |
Model | F430 | LS |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4309 cc | 4608 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 490 HP | 376 HP |
Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 465 Nm | 493 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 315 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4 seconds | 5.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1626 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2980 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 14.7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 21.4 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 84 L |