1999 Lexus GS vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Lexus GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Lexus GS would be higher. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S (613 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 388 more horse power than 1999 Lexus GS. (225 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1999 Lexus GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 615 kg more than 1999 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S (1,001 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 705 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lexus GS. (296 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lexus GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lexus GS | 2013 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Lexus | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | GS | S |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2994 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 613 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 1001 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 2275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5252 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2120 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1488 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3165 mm |
