1995 Lexus SC vs. 1998 Porsche 993
To start off, 1998 Porsche 993 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Lexus SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Lexus SC would be higher. At 3,967 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Lexus SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 993 (283 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1995 Lexus SC. (242 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 1995 Lexus SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Lexus SC weights approximately 130 kg more than 1998 Porsche 993.
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, 1995 Lexus SC (365 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Porsche 993. (347 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 1995 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Porsche 993.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Lexus SC | 1998 Porsche 993 | |
| Make | Lexus | Porsche |
| Model | SC | 993 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3967 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 283 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 347 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2280 mm |
