1995 Toyota Lexcen vs. 2013 Porsche 911
To start off, 2013 Porsche 911 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Toyota Lexcen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Toyota Lexcen would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche 911 (523 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 329 more horse power than 1995 Toyota Lexcen. (194 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1995 Toyota Lexcen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche 911 weights approximately 279 kg more than 1995 Toyota Lexcen. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Toyota Lexcen is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1995 Toyota Lexcen. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Porsche 911, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2013 Porsche 911 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 396 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Toyota Lexcen. (304 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Toyota Lexcen. 2013 Porsche 911 has automatic transmission and 1995 Toyota Lexcen has manual transmission. 1995 Toyota Lexcen will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Toyota Lexcen | 2013 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Toyota | Porsche |
| Model | Lexcen | 911 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 523 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1664 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4477 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2350 mm |
