1986 Mercedes-Benz 300 vs. 2011 Lexus LFA
To start off, 2011 Lexus LFA is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 4,805 cc (10 cylinders), 2011 Lexus LFA is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lexus LFA (552 HP @ 8700 RPM) has 367 more horse power than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300. (185 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lexus LFA should accelerate faster than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 110 kg more than 2011 Lexus LFA.
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, 2011 Lexus LFA (480 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300. (260 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 Lexus LFA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300 | 2011 Lexus LFA | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Lexus |
| Model | 300 | LFA |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2962 cc | 4805 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 552 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 8700 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 480 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 325 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.2 seconds | 3.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4505 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2605 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 73 L |
