2000 Lexus GS vs. 1991 Porsche 928
To start off, 2000 Lexus GS is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 5,397 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Porsche 928 (345 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 2000 Lexus GS. (216 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 2000 Lexus GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Lexus GS weights approximately 120 kg more than 1991 Porsche 928.
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, 1991 Porsche 928 (500 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Lexus GS. (294 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1991 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Lexus GS. 2000 Lexus GS has automatic transmission and 1991 Porsche 928 has manual transmission. 1991 Porsche 928 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Lexus GS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Lexus GS | 1991 Porsche 928 | |
| Make | Lexus | Porsche |
| Model | GS | 928 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2995 cc | 5397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 100.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 86 L |
