1998 Lexus GS vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Lexus GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Lexus GS would be higher. At 5,437 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E (469 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1998 Lexus GS. (290 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1998 Lexus GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 95 kg more than 1998 Lexus GS. 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E (700 Nm @ 2650 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lexus GS. (415 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lexus GS.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Lexus GS | 2007 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Lexus | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | GS | E |
Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3969 cc | 5437 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 469 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 415 Nm | 700 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2650 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1835 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1440 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2860 mm |