2004 Lexus GS vs. 2012 Porsche 911
To start off, 2012 Porsche 911 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Lexus GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Lexus GS would be higher. At 4,294 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche 911 (345 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2004 Lexus GS. (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2004 Lexus GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lexus GS weights approximately 205 kg more than 2012 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, 2004 Lexus GS (417 Nm) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Porsche 911. (390 Nm). This means 2004 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Porsche 911. 2004 Lexus GS has automatic transmission and 2012 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2012 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Lexus GS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Lexus GS | 2012 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Lexus | Porsche |
| Model | GS | 911 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 417 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1808 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1311 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 64 L |
