1993 Lexus LS vs. 2010 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2010 Porsche Cayman is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Lexus LS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Lexus LS would be higher. At 3,969 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche Cayman (320 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1993 Lexus LS. (242 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 1993 Lexus LS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Lexus LS weights approximately 465 kg more than 2010 Porsche Cayman.
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, 2010 Porsche Cayman (370 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Lexus LS. (350 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Lexus LS. 1993 Lexus LS has automatic transmission and 2010 Porsche Cayman has manual transmission. 2010 Porsche Cayman will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Lexus LS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Lexus LS | 2010 Porsche Cayman | |
Make | Lexus | Porsche |
Model | LS | Cayman |
Year Released | 1993 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3969 cc | 3400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 320 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4376 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1801 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1306 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2416 mm |