1996 Lexus SC vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Lexus SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Lexus SC would be higher. At 5,460 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1996 Lexus SC. (260 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 1996 Lexus SC.
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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lexus SC. (370 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lexus SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Lexus SC | 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS | |
| Make | Lexus | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | SC | CLS |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3969 cc | 5460 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 382 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.5 mm | 90.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 80 L |
