1986 Porsche 944 vs. 2011 Lexus IS
To start off, 2011 Lexus IS is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Porsche 944. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Porsche 944 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Lexus IS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lexus IS (204 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1986 Porsche 944. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 1986 Porsche 944. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lexus IS weights approximately 222 kg more than 1986 Porsche 944. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 IS (251 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Porsche 944. (196 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Porsche 944.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Porsche 944 | 2011 Lexus IS | |
| Make | Porsche | Lexus |
| Model | 944 | IS |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2479 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1567 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1425 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2728 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 65 L |
