1994 Porsche 965 vs. 2010 Lexus GS
To start off, 2010 Lexus GS is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Porsche 965. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Porsche 965 would be higher. At 3,599 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Porsche 965 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Porsche 965 (355 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2010 Lexus GS. (340 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Porsche 965 should accelerate faster than 2010 Lexus GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lexus GS weights approximately 405 kg more than 1994 Porsche 965.
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, 1994 Porsche 965 (530 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Lexus GS. (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1994 Porsche 965 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Lexus GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Porsche 965 | 2010 Lexus GS | |
| Make | Porsche | Lexus |
| Model | 965 | GS |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3599 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 362 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4844 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1425 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2850 mm |
