2005 Lexus SC vs. 1988 Porsche 911
To start off, 2005 Lexus SC is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 4,277 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Lexus SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lexus SC (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1988 Porsche 911. (228 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 1988 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lexus SC weights approximately 532 kg more than 1988 Porsche 911. 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 SC (442 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Porsche 911. (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lexus SC | 1988 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Lexus | Porsche |
| Model | SC | 911 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4277 cc | 3162 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 442 Nm | 286 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 74.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1742 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 80 L |
