1999 Lexus GS vs. 1960 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 1999 Lexus GS is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Mercedes-Benz 300 (238 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1999 Lexus GS. (225 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 1999 Lexus GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lexus GS weights approximately 274 kg more than 1960 Mercedes-Benz 300.
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, 1999 Lexus GS (296 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Mercedes-Benz 300. (271 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1999 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Mercedes-Benz 300. 1999 Lexus GS has automatic transmission and 1960 Mercedes-Benz 300 has manual transmission. 1960 Mercedes-Benz 300 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Lexus GS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1999 Lexus GS | 1960 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
Make | Lexus | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | GS | 300 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2994 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 296 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 7.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 217 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1386 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 100 L |