2006 Lexus IS vs. 1994 Porsche 968
To start off, 2006 Lexus IS is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Porsche 968. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Porsche 968 would be higher. At 2,989 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Porsche 968 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Porsche 968 (240 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2006 Lexus IS. (153 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Porsche 968 should accelerate faster than 2006 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lexus IS weights approximately 55 kg more than 1994 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, 1994 Porsche 968 (305 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lexus IS. (195 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1994 Porsche 968 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lexus IS | 1994 Porsche 968 | |
| Make | Lexus | Porsche |
| Model | IS | 968 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 2989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 104 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 74 L |
