1994 Porsche 965 vs. 2011 Lexus LS
To start off, 2011 Lexus LS is newer by 17 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lexus LS (380 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1994 Porsche 965. (355 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 1994 Porsche 965. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lexus LS weights approximately 553 kg more than 1994 Porsche 965. 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, 1994 Porsche 965 (530 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Lexus LS. (497 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1994 Porsche 965 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Lexus LS. 2011 Lexus LS has automatic transmission and 1994 Porsche 965 has manual transmission. 1994 Porsche 965 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Lexus LS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Porsche 965 | 2011 Lexus LS | |
| Make | Porsche | Lexus |
| Model | 965 | LS |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3599 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 497 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 2023 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 5179 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1875 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 3091 mm |
