2008 Lexus IS vs. 1980 Porsche 930
To start off, 2008 Lexus IS is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Porsche 930 would be higher. At 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Porsche 930 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Porsche 930 (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 2008 Lexus IS. (153 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 2008 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lexus IS weights approximately 155 kg more than 1980 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, 1980 Porsche 930 (440 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Lexus IS. (195 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1980 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Lexus IS | 1980 Porsche 930 | |
Make | Lexus | Porsche |
Model | IS | 930 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1980 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1986 cc | 3299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 195 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 97.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 74.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2510 mm |