2007 Lexus IS vs. 2012 Pagani Huayra
To start off, 2012 Pagani Huayra is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Lexus IS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Lexus IS would be higher. At 5,980 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Pagani Huayra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Pagani Huayra (700 HP) has 495 more horse power than 2007 Lexus IS. (205 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Pagani Huayra should accelerate faster than 2007 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lexus IS weights approximately 210 kg more than 2012 Pagani Huayra.
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 Pagani Huayra (740 Nm) has 488 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lexus IS. (252 Nm). This means 2012 Pagani Huayra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Lexus IS | 2012 Pagani Huayra | |
| Make | Lexus | Pagani |
| Model | IS | Huayra |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 5980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 700 HP |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 740 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 370 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.4 seconds | 3.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4605 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2036 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1169 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2795 mm |
