1999 Lexus SC 400 vs. 1999 Porsche 911
When we compare the 1999 Lexus SC 400's and the 1999 Porsche 911's specifications and ratings, the 1999 Lexus SC 400 has the advantage in the area of fuel efficiency. The 1999 Porsche 911 has the advantage in the area of base engine power. Based on this comparison of the 1999 Lexus SC 400's and the 1999 Porsche 911's specifications and ratings, the two cars are fairly comparable.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 1999 Lexus SC 400’s base engine makes 290 horsepower, and the 1999 Porsche 911 base engine makes 296 horsepower. The SC 400 is rated to deliver an average of 19 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 460 miles. The 911 is rated to deliver an average of 18 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 391 miles. This gives the 1999 Lexus SC 400 the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the 1999 Porsche 911. Both models use gasoline.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
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5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
17575 - 41172
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.151767
Lexus SC 400 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
Porsche 911 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.468415 / 10
Reliability:
7.83683 / 10
Retained Value:
9.1 / 10
Safety:
Not available
Lexus SC 400 Rankings
Not yet available
Porsche 911 Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 40Ranking
1 out of / 40Ranking
1 out of / 40Ranking
1 out of / 33Ranking
1 out of / 33Ranking
1 out of / 33Ranking
1 out of / 23Ranking
1 out of / 20Ranking
1 out of / 20Ranking
1 out of / 20Ranking
1 out of / 19Ranking
1 out of / 10Ranking
4 out of / 33Ranking
5 out of / 40Ranking
5 out of / 20Ranking
10 out of / 40Ranking
10 out of / 14Ranking
21 out of / 30Ranking
21 out of / 26Available Body Styles
Coupe
Available Body Styles
Convertible, Coupe
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
1999 Lexus SC 400 Trim Levels
Base
1999 Porsche 911 Trim Levels
Not yet available
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
6 years / 70000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years / 50000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
290 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque:
300 foot-lbs @ 4000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.079 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
296 hp @ 6800 rpm
Torque:
258 foot-lbs @ 4600 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.102 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
4 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
8
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
16 / 23 / 19
Range (city/hwy):
320 / 460 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.4 liters
Engine Configuration:
Flat/Horizontally Opposed
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
15 / 23 / 18
Range (city/hwy):
255 / 391 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Navigation System:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Navigation System:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.3 inches
Front Leg Room:
44.1 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
56 inches
Rear Head Room:
36.1 inches
Rear Leg Room:
27.2 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
52.7 inches
Cargo Space:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
Not yet available
Front Leg Room:
Not yet available
Front Shoulder Room:
Not yet available
Rear Head Room:
Not yet available
Rear Leg Room:
Not yet available
Rear Shoulder Room:
Not yet available
Cargo Space:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3655 lbs
Width:
70.9 inches
Height:
53.2 inches
Length:
192.5 inches
Wheelbase:
105.9 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
2901 lbs
Width:
69.5 inches
Height:
51.4 inches
Length:
174.5 inches
Wheelbase:
92.6 inches
Ground Clearance:
4.3 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
16.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
Not yet available