2009 Ferrari 612 vs. 2009 Lexus RX
To start off, both 2009 Ferrari 612 and 2009 Lexus RX were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,748 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Ferrari 612 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ferrari 612 (533 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 260 more horse power than 2009 Lexus RX. (273 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 2009 Lexus RX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 90 kg more than 2009 Lexus RX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Lexus RX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ferrari 612. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Lexus RX 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, 2009 Ferrari 612 (589 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lexus RX. (342 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2009 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lexus RX. 2009 Lexus RX has automatic transmission and 2009 Ferrari 612 has manual transmission. 2009 Ferrari 612 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Lexus RX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ferrari 612 | 2009 Lexus RX | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lexus |
| Model | 612 | RX |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5748 cc | 3456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 533 HP | 273 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 589 Nm | 342 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 320 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.2 seconds | 7.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 20.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 72 L |
