1988 Porsche 928 vs. 2012 Lexus CT
To start off, 2012 Lexus CT is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Porsche 928 (307 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 2012 Lexus CT. (134 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 2012 Lexus CT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Porsche 928 weights approximately 103 kg more than 2012 Lexus CT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Porsche 928 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1988 Porsche 928. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Lexus CT, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1988 Porsche 928 (408 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Lexus CT. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Lexus CT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Porsche 928 | 2012 Lexus CT | |
| Make | Porsche | Lexus |
| Model | 928 | CT |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4664 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 307 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1427 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4321 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2601 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 45 L |
