1992 Lexus LS vs. 1995 Porsche 968
To start off, 1995 Porsche 968 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Lexus LS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Lexus LS would be higher. At 3,969 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Lexus LS (242 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1995 Porsche 968. (240 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 1995 Porsche 968. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Lexus LS weights approximately 415 kg more than 1995 Porsche 968. 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, 1992 Lexus LS (350 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Porsche 968. (305 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1992 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Porsche 968. 1992 Lexus LS has automatic transmission and 1995 Porsche 968 has manual transmission. 1995 Porsche 968 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 Lexus LS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Lexus LS | 1995 Porsche 968 | |
| Make | Lexus | Porsche |
| Model | LS | 968 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3969 cc | 2990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2510 mm |
