1997 Lexus GS vs. 1987 Porsche 924
To start off, 1997 Lexus GS is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Porsche 924. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Porsche 924 would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Lexus GS (205 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1987 Porsche 924. (161 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 1987 Porsche 924. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Lexus GS weights approximately 527 kg more than 1987 Porsche 924. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1997 Lexus GS (275 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Porsche 924. (210 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1997 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Porsche 924. 1997 Lexus GS has automatic transmission and 1987 Porsche 924 has manual transmission. 1987 Porsche 924 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Lexus GS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Lexus GS | 1987 Porsche 924 | |
| Make | Lexus | Porsche |
| Model | GS | 924 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 2479 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 275 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1722 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2410 mm |
