2004 Lexus SC vs. 1995 Porsche 968
To start off, 2004 Lexus SC is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Porsche 968. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Porsche 968 would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Lexus SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Porsche 968 (240 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2004 Lexus SC. (225 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Porsche 968 should accelerate faster than 2004 Lexus SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lexus SC weights approximately 75 kg more than 1995 Porsche 968.
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, 1995 Porsche 968 (305 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Lexus SC. (290 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1995 Porsche 968 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Lexus SC.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Lexus SC | 1995 Porsche 968 | |
Make | Lexus | Porsche |
Model | SC | 968 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2997 cc | 2990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 104 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2510 mm |