1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 vs. 2010 Lexus LS
To start off, 2010 Lexus LS is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 would be higher. At 6,330 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lexus LS (438 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600. (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 410 kg more than 2010 Lexus LS.
Because 2010 Lexus LS is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Lexus LS will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Lexus LS (521 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600. (500 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 | 2010 Lexus LS | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Lexus |
| Model | 600 | LS |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6330 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 438 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 521 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2770 kg | 2360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6250 mm | 5179 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1875 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3910 mm | 3091 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 112 L | 84 L |
