1994 Porsche 968 vs. 2010 Lexus IS
To start off, 2010 Lexus IS is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Porsche 968. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Porsche 968 would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Lexus IS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lexus IS (416 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1994 Porsche 968. (240 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 1994 Porsche 968. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lexus IS weights approximately 315 kg more than 1994 Porsche 968. 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, 2010 Lexus IS (502 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Porsche 968. (305 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2010 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Porsche 968.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Porsche 968 | 2010 Lexus IS | |
| Make | Porsche | Lexus |
| Model | 968 | IS |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2989 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 416 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 305 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 | 1400 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4661 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1816 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1415 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2731 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 64 L |
