Thread: Lexus IS500
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      02-23-2021, 02:59 PM   #80
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Originally Posted by David70 View Post
Lexus LC 500 (I think same engine?) - 471 hp, 0-60 4.7 seconds, 1/4 mile 13.2 seconds @ 111 mph, 4371 lbs.

https://www.caranddriver.com/reviews...y-the-numbers/

Why do you think the IS will be significantly faster?
Weight. The LC 500 weighs nearly 500lbs more than the IS500.

The 120lb lighter 2008-2012 416hp Lexus IS-F did lower 4 second 0-60s and 12.6-12.8@110-112mph. Many owners beat those stock times at the strip by a few tenths and mph. With an extra 50-60hp in the upper rpms and a little more torque in mid and upper range, even saddled with a little more weight, the IS500 should be a few ticks quicker in the 1/4 mile than the IS F and definitely 2-3mph faster. It puts it very close to the prior gen standard M3/M4. The IS500 won't have the shove of the amazing S55, but it is a more linear, responsive, tractable, and better sounding motor for sure. it will be great for hard street driving. The "theater" is way more exciting too.
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