2009 Ferrari 456M vs. 2011 Lexus LFA
To start off, 2011 Lexus LFA is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Ferrari 456M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Ferrari 456M would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Ferrari 456M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lexus LFA (552 HP @ 8700 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2009 Ferrari 456M. (436 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lexus LFA should accelerate faster than 2009 Ferrari 456M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ferrari 456M weights approximately 210 kg more than 2011 Lexus LFA.
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 Ferrari 456M (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Lexus LFA. (480 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 2009 Ferrari 456M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Lexus LFA.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ferrari 456M | 2011 Lexus LFA | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lexus |
| Model | 456M | LFA |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5474 cc | 4805 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 436 HP | 552 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 8700 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 480 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.2 seconds | 3.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4505 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2605 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 73 L |
