2006 Lexus SC vs. 1987 Porsche 911
To start off, 2006 Lexus SC is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 4,277 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Lexus SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lexus SC (288 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1987 Porsche 911. (231 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 1987 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lexus SC weights approximately 375 kg more than 1987 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, 2006 Lexus SC (431 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Porsche 911. (283 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lexus SC | 1987 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Lexus | Porsche |
| Model | SC | 911 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4277 cc | 3164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 231 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 431 Nm | 283 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.5 mm | 74.4 mm |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 243 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1547 kg | 1172 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 85 L |
