2008 Ferrari F430 vs. 2008 Lexus IS
To start off, both 2008 Ferrari F430 and 2008 Lexus IS were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,308 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ferrari F430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ferrari F430 (490 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 286 more horse power than 2008 Lexus IS. (204 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 2008 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ferrari F430 weights approximately 25 kg more than 2008 Lexus IS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Lexus IS is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ferrari F430. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Lexus IS 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, 2008 Ferrari F430 (466 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Lexus IS. (251 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Lexus IS. 2008 Ferrari F430 has automatic transmission and 2008 Lexus IS has manual transmission. 2008 Lexus IS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Ferrari F430 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ferrari F430 | 2008 Lexus IS | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lexus |
| Model | F430 | IS |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4308 cc | 2501 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 490 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 466 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Top Speed | 315 km/hour | 223 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 370 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 370 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 22 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 65 L |
