1993 Porsche 928 vs. 2011 Lexus IS
To start off, 2011 Lexus IS is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Lexus IS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lexus IS (416 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1993 Porsche 928. (306 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 1993 Porsche 928. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lexus IS weights approximately 185 kg more than 1993 Porsche 928. 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, 2011 Lexus IS (502 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Porsche 928. (408 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2011 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Porsche 928.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Porsche 928 | 2011 Lexus IS | |
| Make | Porsche | Lexus |
| Model | 928 | IS |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4662 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 416 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 502 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4661 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1816 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1415 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2728 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 64 L |
