2006 Lexus IS vs. 1996 Porsche 993
To start off, 2006 Lexus IS is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Porsche 993. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Porsche 993 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Porsche 993 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lexus IS (306 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1996 Porsche 993. (282 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 1996 Porsche 993.
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, 2006 Lexus IS (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Porsche 993. (347 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2006 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Porsche 993.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lexus IS | 1996 Porsche 993 | |
| Make | Lexus | Porsche |
| Model | IS | 993 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3441 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 347 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2280 mm |
