1996 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2011 Lexus LS
To start off, 2011 Lexus LS is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 4,973 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lexus LS (380 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1996 Mercedes-Benz E. (343 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 1996 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lexus LS weights approximately 347 kg more than 1996 Mercedes-Benz E. 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 Lexus LS (497 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mercedes-Benz E. (480 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2011 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Mercedes-Benz E | 2011 Lexus LS | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Lexus |
| Model | E | LS |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4973 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 343 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 497 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4100 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 | 1676 kg | 2023 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5179 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1875 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3091 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.5 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.5 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 84 L |
