2009 Lexus LS 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 Lexus LS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Lexus LS would be higher. At 4,805 cc (10 cylinders), 2011 Lexus LFA is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lexus LFA (552 HP @ 8700 RPM) has 272 more horse power than 2009 Lexus LS. (280 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lexus LFA should accelerate faster than 2009 Lexus LS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lexus LS weights approximately 360 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, 2011 Lexus LFA (480 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lexus LS. (417 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Lexus LFA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lexus LS. 2009 Lexus LS has automatic transmission and 2011 Lexus LFA has manual transmission. 2011 Lexus LFA will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Lexus LS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lexus LS | 2011 Lexus LFA | |
| Make | Lexus | Lexus |
| Model | LS | LFA |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 4805 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 552 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 8700 RPM |
| Torque | 417 Nm | 480 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 325 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.3 seconds | 3.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4505 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2605 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 73 L |
