1963 Mercedes-Benz 300 vs. 2010 Lexus IS
To start off, 2010 Lexus IS is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Mercedes-Benz 300 (238 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2010 Lexus IS. (204 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 2010 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lexus IS weights approximately 357 kg more than 1963 Mercedes-Benz 300.
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, 1963 Mercedes-Benz 300 (271 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Lexus IS. (251 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1963 Mercedes-Benz 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Mercedes-Benz 300 | 2010 Lexus IS | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Lexus |
| Model | 300 | IS |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1742 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4636 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1415 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2731 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 65 L |
