2009 Ferrari F430 vs. 2011 Lexus GS
To start off, 2011 Lexus GS is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Ferrari F430. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Ferrari F430 would be higher. At 4,308 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ferrari F430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ferrari F430 (483 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 2011 Lexus GS. (340 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 2011 Lexus GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lexus GS weights approximately 280 kg more than 2009 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 Ferrari F430 (465 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Lexus GS. (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Lexus GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ferrari F430 | 2011 Lexus GS | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lexus |
| Model | F430 | GS |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4308 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 483 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 465 Nm | 362 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4844 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1425 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 65 L |
