1997 Lexus LS vs. 2011 Maybach Landaulet
To start off, 2011 Maybach Landaulet is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Lexus LS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Lexus LS would be higher. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Maybach Landaulet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Maybach Landaulet (620 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 340 more horse power than 1997 Lexus LS. (280 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Maybach Landaulet should accelerate faster than 1997 Lexus LS.
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 Maybach Landaulet (999 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 601 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Lexus LS. (398 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2011 Maybach Landaulet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Lexus LS.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Lexus LS | 2011 Maybach Landaulet | |
Make | Lexus | Maybach |
Model | LS | Landaulet |
Year Released | 1997 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3967 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 280 HP | 620 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 398 Nm | 999 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 6165 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1981 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1575 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3828 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.3 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 17.5 L/100km | 23.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 110 L |