1995 Lexus GS vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Lexus GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Lexus GS would be higher. At 3,969 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Lexus GS (290 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS. (201 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Lexus GS weights approximately 24 kg more than 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS. 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS (500 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lexus GS. (407 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lexus GS.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Lexus GS | 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS | |
Make | Lexus | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | GS | CLS |
Year Released | 1995 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3969 cc | 2143 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1824 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1882 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2875 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 80 L |