1999 Lexus IS vs. 1989 Porsche 911
To start off, 1999 Lexus IS is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,163 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Porsche 911 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1999 Lexus IS. (153 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1999 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lexus IS weights approximately 225 kg more than 1989 Porsche 911.
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, 1989 Porsche 911 (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lexus IS. (195 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1989 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Lexus IS | 1989 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Lexus | Porsche |
Model | IS | 911 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1989 |
Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1988 cc | 3163 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 195 Nm | 286 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1260 mm |