1992 Lexus LS vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 20 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 3,969 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Lexus LS (242 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2012 Mercedes-Benz C. (201 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 2012 Mercedes-Benz C.
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, 1992 Lexus LS (350 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mercedes-Benz C. (310 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1992 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Lexus LS | 2012 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Lexus | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | LS | C |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3969 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4606 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1459 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2760 mm |
