2007 Lexus IS vs. 1992 Porsche 911
To start off, 2007 Lexus IS is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,594 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Porsche 911 (355 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 2007 Lexus IS. (205 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2007 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lexus IS weights approximately 295 kg more than 1992 Porsche 911.
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, 1992 Porsche 911 (520 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lexus IS. (251 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1992 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lexus IS. 2007 Lexus IS has automatic transmission and 1992 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 1992 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Lexus IS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Lexus IS | 1992 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Lexus | Porsche |
| Model | IS | 911 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 3594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5550 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 520 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 280 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.1 seconds | 4.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 10.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 21 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.3 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 78 L |
