1997 Lexus LS vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz S 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 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz S (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1997 Lexus LS. (280 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1997 Lexus LS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 206 kg more than 1997 Lexus LS. 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 S (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Lexus LS. (398 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Lexus LS.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Lexus LS | 2011 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Lexus | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | LS | S |
Year Released | 1997 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3967 cc | 5500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 280 HP | 382 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 398 Nm | 530 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2800 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 | 1815 kg | 2021 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 5245 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1872 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3165 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.3 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 17.5 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 90 L |