2003 Lexus GS vs. 1996 Porsche 911
To start off, 2003 Lexus GS is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Porsche 911 (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2003 Lexus GS. (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2003 Lexus GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lexus GS weights approximately 508 kg more than 1996 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, 1996 Porsche 911 (650 Nm) has 354 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lexus GS. (296 Nm). This means 1996 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lexus GS.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Lexus GS | 1996 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Lexus | Porsche |
Model | GS | 911 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1996 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2995 cc | 3164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 296 Nm | 650 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1152 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2280 mm |