1998 Lexus ES vs. 1996 Porsche 993
To start off, 1998 Lexus ES is newer by 2 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 3,746 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Porsche 993 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Porsche 993 (296 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1998 Lexus ES. (218 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 1998 Lexus ES. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lexus ES weights approximately 110 kg more than 1996 Porsche 993.
Because 1996 Porsche 993 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 1996 Porsche 993. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Lexus ES, 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, 1996 Porsche 993 (355 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lexus ES. (304 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1996 Porsche 993 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lexus ES.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Lexus ES | 1996 Porsche 993 | |
| Make | Lexus | Porsche |
| Model | ES | 993 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 3746 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 218 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2280 mm |
