2006 Lexus SC vs. 1986 Porsche 928
To start off, 2006 Lexus SC is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 4,957 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Porsche 928 (317 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2006 Lexus SC. (288 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 2006 Lexus SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Porsche 928 weights approximately 43 kg more than 2006 Lexus SC. 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, 1986 Porsche 928 (439 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lexus SC. (431 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1986 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lexus SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lexus SC | 1986 Porsche 928 | |
| Make | Lexus | Porsche |
| Model | SC | 928 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4277 cc | 4957 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 431 Nm | 439 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.5 mm | 78.9 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 | 1547 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 66 L |
