Japan vs Japan — 2010 vs 2012
| LFA | LFA Nürburgring Package | |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 553 hp | 563 hp |
| Torque | 354 lb-ft | — |
| Engine Size | 4,805 cc | 4,805 cc |
| 0-60 mph | 3.6 sec | — |
| Top Speed | 202 mph | — |
| ¼ Mile | 11.6 sec | — |
| Wheelbase | 2,605 mm | 2,605 mm |
| Length | 4,505 mm | 4,505 mm |
| Units Produced | 500 | 50 |
| Value (Excellent) | $1,200,000 | $2,000,000 |
| Collectibility | 5/10 | 5/10 |
| Rarity | 10/10 | 10/10 |
It's a closely fought contest. The 2010 Lexus LFA brings better value to the table, and the 2012 Lexus LFA Nürburgring Package answers with greater rarity. Both are excellent machines that reward their owners in different ways — there's no wrong answer here.
Few model names carry as much weight as the Lexus LFA. The 2010 and 2012 iterations represent different chapters in this storied nameplate's history, each reflecting the priorities and technologies of its era. On paper, the two are remarkably close in power output, with the 2010 Lexus LFA producing 553 hp and the 2012 Lexus LFA Nürburgring Package delivering 563 hp. Under the hood, the contrast is notable: the Lexus LFA uses a V10 DOHC 40V displacing 4,805 cc, while the Lexus LFA relies on a V10 with 4,805 cc. Rarity plays a significant role here — with only 50 units built, the 2012 Lexus LFA Nürburgring Package is considerably scarcer than the Lexus LFA's 500 examples.