2005 Lexus IS vs. 1953 Porsche 1300
To start off, 2005 Lexus IS is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Porsche 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Porsche 1300 would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Lexus IS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lexus IS (153 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1953 Porsche 1300. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 1953 Porsche 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lexus IS weights approximately 656 kg more than 1953 Porsche 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Lexus IS (195 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Porsche 1300. (88 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Porsche 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lexus IS | 1953 Porsche 1300 | |
| Make | Lexus | Porsche |
| Model | IS | 1300 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 74.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 161 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2110 mm |
