1992 Porsche 911 vs. 2011 Lexus IS
To start off, 2011 Lexus IS is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,163 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Porsche 911 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2011 Lexus IS. (204 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2011 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lexus IS weights approximately 392 kg more than 1992 Porsche 911.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Porsche 911 (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Lexus IS. (251 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1992 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Porsche 911 | 2011 Lexus IS | |
| Make | Porsche | Lexus |
| Model | 911 | IS |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3163 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1567 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1425 mm |
