1993 Lexus GS vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Lexus GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Lexus GS would be higher. At 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK (475 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 270 more horse power than 1993 Lexus GS. (205 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 1993 Lexus GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Lexus GS weights approximately 480 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK.
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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK (631 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 356 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Lexus GS. (275 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Lexus GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Lexus GS | 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
| Make | Lexus | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | GS | CLK |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 6208 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 475 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 275 Nm | 631 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2720 mm |
