1990 Lexus LS vs. 2002 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2002 Porsche Boxster is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Lexus LS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Lexus LS 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 18 more horse power than 2002 Porsche Boxster. (224 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 2002 Porsche Boxster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Lexus LS weights approximately 485 kg more than 2002 Porsche Boxster. 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, 1990 Lexus LS (350 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Porsche Boxster. (260 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1990 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Lexus LS | 2002 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | Lexus | Porsche |
Model | LS | Boxster |
Year Released | 1990 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3968 cc | 2687 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2420 mm |