1996 Lexus GS vs. 1995 Porsche 968
To start off, 1996 Lexus GS is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Porsche 968. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Porsche 968 would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Porsche 968 (302 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1996 Lexus GS. (205 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Porsche 968 should accelerate faster than 1996 Lexus GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lexus GS weights approximately 420 kg more than 1995 Porsche 968.
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 968 (500 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lexus GS. (275 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1995 Porsche 968 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lexus GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Lexus GS | 1995 Porsche 968 | |
| Make | Lexus | Porsche |
| Model | GS | 968 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 2990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 275 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2410 mm |
