1995 Porsche 928 vs. 2011 Lexus IS
To start off, 2011 Lexus IS is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 5,395 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Porsche 928 (345 HP) has 141 more horse power than 2011 Lexus IS. (204 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 2011 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lexus IS weights approximately 167 kg more than 1995 Porsche 928.
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 Porsche 928 (500 Nm) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Lexus IS. (251 Nm). This means 1995 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Porsche 928 | 2011 Lexus IS | |
| Make | Porsche | Lexus |
| Model | 928 | IS |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5395 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 204 HP |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1567 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1425 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2728 mm |
