2006 Lexus SC vs. 1985 Porsche 930
To start off, 2006 Lexus SC is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Porsche 930 would be higher. At 4,277 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Lexus SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Porsche 930 (297 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2006 Lexus SC. (288 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 2006 Lexus SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lexus SC weights approximately 247 kg more than 1985 Porsche 930.
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, both vehicles can yield 431 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lexus SC | 1985 Porsche 930 | |
| Make | Lexus | Porsche |
| Model | SC | 930 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4277 cc | 3299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 297 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 431 Nm | 431 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.5 mm | 74.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1547 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2510 mm |
