1988 Lexus LS vs. 2012 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2012 Porsche Panamera is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Lexus LS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Lexus LS would be higher. At 3,969 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Panamera (333 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1988 Lexus LS. (242 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1988 Lexus LS.
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, 2012 Porsche Panamera (439 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lexus LS. (350 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lexus LS.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Lexus LS | 2012 Porsche Panamera | |
Make | Lexus | Porsche |
Model | LS | Panamera |
Year Released | 1988 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3969 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 333 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 439 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4968 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1931 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1408 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2920 mm |