1992 Lexus LS vs. 2004 Maybach 57
To start off, 2004 Maybach 57 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Lexus LS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Lexus LS would be higher. At 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Maybach 57 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Maybach 57 (544 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 302 more horse power than 1992 Lexus LS. (242 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 1992 Lexus LS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Maybach 57 weights approximately 395 kg more than 1992 Lexus LS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Maybach 57 (900 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 550 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Lexus LS. (350 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2004 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Lexus LS.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Lexus LS | 2004 Maybach 57 | |
Make | Lexus | Maybach |
Model | LS | 57 |
Year Released | 1992 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3969 cc | 5513 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 544 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 900 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 2210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2220 mm |