LC 500 vs RC F

Lexus · Lexus

1/4 Mile winner

RC F

Beats the LC 500 by 0.22s

The verdict

In a quarter-mile drag race, the RC F beats the LC 500 comfortably, finishing 0.22 seconds ahead. It's tight on paper, but our simulator gives the edge to the RC F thanks to a slightly better power-to-weight balance.

Spec head-to-head

Power

471 hp

472 hp

0–100 km/h

4.4s

4.2s

Top speed

270 km/h

Engine

Fuel

Petrol

Torque

530 Nm

535 Nm

Price

$79,000

$70,000

Simulated race times

Distance

LC 500

RC F

100 m

5.523s

5.408s

1/8 mile

8.157s

7.996s

1/4 mile

12.247s

12.024s

1 km

21.892s

21.568s

Acceleration curves

Who should buy which?

Price: RC F is $70,000 vs $79,000 for the LC 500 — a $9,000 gap. 0–100 km/h: RC F is 0.20s quicker (4.4s vs 4.2s).

FAQ

Which is faster, the LC 500 or the RC F?

In our simulated 1/4 mile drag race, the RC F is faster, beating the LC 500 by 0.22 seconds.

What is the 0–100 km/h time of the LC 500 vs the RC F?

The LC 500 hits 100 km/h in 4.4 seconds, while the RC F does it in 4.2 seconds.

How much horsepower does each car have?

The LC 500 produces 471 hp; the RC F produces 472 hp.

What are the top speeds?

The LC 500 tops out at 270 km/h, and the RC F reaches 270 km/h.

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