1996 Lexus GS vs. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500
To start off, 1996 Lexus GS is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 4,973 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500 (245 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1996 Lexus GS. (205 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500 should accelerate faster than 1996 Lexus GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lexus GS weights approximately 54 kg more than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500.
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, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500 (399 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lexus GS. (275 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lexus GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Lexus GS | 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500 | |
| Make | Lexus | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | GS | 500 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 4973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 275 Nm | 399 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1666 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3080 mm |
