1998 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 2011 Lexus GS
To start off, 2011 Lexus GS is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 5,786 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mercedes-Benz S (362 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2011 Lexus GS. (340 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2011 Lexus GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 165 kg more than 2011 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, 1998 Mercedes-Benz S (530 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Lexus GS. (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1998 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Lexus GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mercedes-Benz S | 2011 Lexus GS | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Lexus |
| Model | S | GS |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5786 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 362 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2040 kg | 1875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4844 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1425 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.5 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.9 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 65 L |
