1996 Porsche 993 vs. 2011 Lexus IS
To start off, 2011 Lexus IS is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Porsche 993. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Porsche 993 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Porsche 993 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Porsche 993 (282 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 2011 Lexus IS. (150 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 2011 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lexus IS weights approximately 155 kg more than 1996 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, 1996 Porsche 993 (342 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Lexus IS. (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 Porsche 993 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Lexus IS. 2011 Lexus IS has automatic transmission and 1996 Porsche 993 has manual transmission. 1996 Porsche 993 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Lexus IS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Porsche 993 | 2011 Lexus IS | |
Make | Porsche | Lexus |
Model | 993 | IS |
Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2231 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 342 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1545 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4585 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1801 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2731 mm |