2007 Lexus LS vs. 2008 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 Porsche 911 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Lexus LS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Lexus LS would be higher. At 4,293 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2007 Lexus LS. (279 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2007 Lexus LS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lexus LS weights approximately 306 kg more than 2008 Porsche 911.
Because 2008 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Lexus LS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Lexus LS (417 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Porsche 911. (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2007 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Lexus LS | 2008 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Lexus | Porsche |
| Model | LS | 911 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 3824 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 417 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.5 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 288 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.3 seconds | 4.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1842 kg | 1536 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 67 L |
