1942 Mercedes-Benz 500 vs. 2012 Lexus GS
To start off, 2012 Lexus GS is newer by 70 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 5,401 cc (8 cylinders), 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lexus GS (340 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500. (177 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 525 kg more than 2012 Lexus GS.
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, 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500 (432 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Lexus GS. (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Lexus GS.
Compare all specifications:
1942 Mercedes-Benz 500 | 2012 Lexus GS | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Lexus |
Model | 500 | GS |
Year Released | 1942 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5401 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 340 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 432 Nm | 362 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 1875 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4844 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1425 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 65 L |