2007 Lexus LS vs. 1983 Porsche 930
To start off, 2007 Lexus LS is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Porsche 930 would be higher. At 4,293 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Porsche 930 (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2007 Lexus LS. (277 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 2007 Lexus LS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lexus LS weights approximately 605 kg more than 1983 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, 1983 Porsche 930 (431 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lexus LS. (417 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1983 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lexus LS. 2007 Lexus LS has automatic transmission and 1983 Porsche 930 has manual transmission. 1983 Porsche 930 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Lexus LS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Lexus LS | 1983 Porsche 930 | |
Make | Lexus | Porsche |
Model | LS | 930 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1983 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 3299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 277 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 417 Nm | 431 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 7.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1905 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2510 mm |