LFA
The Lexus LFA, produced from December 2010 to December 2012 with just 500 hand-built examples, represents Toyota luxury division ultimate supercar featuring bespoke 4.8-liter 1LR-GUE V10 engine developed with Yamaha. The naturally aspirated V10 produces 553 hp at 8,700 rpm and 480 Nm (350 lb-ft) torque with extraordinary 9,000 rpm redline, achieving specific output of 115 bhp per liter among the highest ever in production road cars. The engine revs so rapidly (0-9,000 rpm in 0.6 seconds) that analog tachometer could not keep up, necessitating digital display. Each V10 carried the signature of the specialist who hand-assembled it, emphasizing craftsmanship and exclusivity.
Performance includes 0-60 mph in 3.6 seconds and top speed of 202 mph (325 km/h), with extensive Carbon Fiber Reinforced Polymer (CFRP) construction for chassis and bodywork minimizing weight. Race-style dry sump lubrication, typically reserved for competition vehicles, lowered center of gravity and enabled high-g cornering. The 6-speed sequential transmission, sophisticated electronics, and aerodynamic design created a complete supercar package combining Japanese precision engineering with supercar performance. The LFA represents Lexus commitment to ultimate performance and craftsmanship, demonstrating Toyota capability to produce genuine exotic supercars competing with Ferrari, Lamborghini, and McLaren. The combination of naturally aspirated V10, carbon fiber construction, limited production, and meticulous build quality makes the LFA one of the most collectible and revered Japanese supercars ever produced.