2007 Lexus IS vs. 1994 Porsche 968
To start off, 2007 Lexus IS is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Porsche 968. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Porsche 968 would be higher. At 2,989 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Porsche 968 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Porsche 968 (240 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2007 Lexus IS. (205 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Porsche 968 should accelerate faster than 2007 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lexus IS weights approximately 365 kg more than 1994 Porsche 968.
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, 1994 Porsche 968 (305 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lexus IS. (251 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1994 Porsche 968 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Lexus IS | 1994 Porsche 968 | |
| Make | Lexus | Porsche |
| Model | IS | 968 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 255 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.3 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 74 L |
