2008 Lexus GS vs. 2001 Porsche GT2
To start off, 2008 Lexus GS is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Porsche GT2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Porsche GT2 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Porsche GT2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Porsche GT2 (456 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2008 Lexus GS. (340 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche GT2 should accelerate faster than 2008 Lexus GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lexus GS weights approximately 504 kg more than 2001 Porsche GT2.
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, 2001 Porsche GT2 (621 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Lexus GS. (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2001 Porsche GT2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Lexus GS. 2008 Lexus GS has automatic transmission and 2001 Porsche GT2 has manual transmission. 2001 Porsche GT2 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Lexus GS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Lexus GS | 2001 Porsche GT2 | |
| Make | Lexus | Porsche |
| Model | GS | GT2 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3456 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 456 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 621 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 76.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1944 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2360 mm |
