1998 Porsche 911 vs. 2013 Lexus RX
To start off, 2013 Lexus RX is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,163 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 911 (544 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 278 more horse power than 2013 Lexus RX. (266 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2013 Lexus RX.
Because 2013 Lexus RX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Lexus RX will offer significantly more control. 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, 1998 Porsche 911 (600 Nm) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Lexus RX. (336 Nm). This means 1998 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Lexus RX. 1998 Porsche 911 has automatic transmission and 2013 Lexus RX has manual transmission. 2013 Lexus RX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Porsche 911 | 2013 Lexus RX | |
| Make | Porsche | Lexus |
| Model | 911 | RX |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3163 cc | 211 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | electric |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 544 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Top Speed | 309 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1885 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1695 mm |
