1995 Lexus GS vs. 1993 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 1995 Lexus GS is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 5,987 cc (12 cylinders), 1993 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mercedes-Benz S (389 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1995 Lexus GS. (290 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1995 Lexus GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 356 kg more than 1995 Lexus GS. 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, 1993 Mercedes-Benz S (570 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lexus GS. (407 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lexus GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Lexus GS | 1993 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Lexus | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | GS | S |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3969 cc | 5987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 389 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 570 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.5 mm | 80.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1824 kg | 2180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 80 L |
