1990 Lexus LS vs. 1988 Porsche 944
To start off, 1990 Lexus LS is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Porsche 944. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Porsche 944 would be higher. At 3,968 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Lexus LS (242 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1988 Porsche 944. (214 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 1988 Porsche 944. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Lexus LS weights approximately 590 kg more than 1988 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, 1988 Porsche 944 (351 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Lexus LS. (350 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1988 Porsche 944 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Lexus LS. 1990 Lexus LS has automatic transmission and 1988 Porsche 944 has manual transmission. 1988 Porsche 944 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Lexus LS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Lexus LS | 1988 Porsche 944 | |
| Make | Lexus | Porsche |
| Model | LS | 944 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3968 cc | 2479 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 214 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2390 mm |
