1988 Porsche 911 vs. 2010 Lexus GS
To start off, 2010 Lexus GS is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,598 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lexus GS (340 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1988 Porsche 911. (246 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 1988 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lexus GS weights approximately 425 kg more than 1988 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Lexus GS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Lexus GS (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Porsche 911. (310 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2010 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Porsche 911 | 2010 Lexus GS | |
| Make | Porsche | Lexus |
| Model | 911 | GS |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3598 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 246 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 362 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4844 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1425 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 65 L |
