2000 Lexus GS vs. 1975 Porsche 911
To start off, 2000 Lexus GS is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,001 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Lexus GS weights approximately 585 kg more than 1975 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, 2000 Lexus GS (297 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Porsche 911. (240 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2000 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Lexus GS | 1975 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Lexus | Porsche |
| Model | GS | 911 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3001 cc | 2687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 297 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2270 mm |
