2000 Lexus GS vs. 1990 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 2000 Lexus GS is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lexus GS (216 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1990 Mercedes-Benz 300. (188 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 1990 Mercedes-Benz 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Lexus GS weights approximately 200 kg more than 1990 Mercedes-Benz 300. 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, 2000 Lexus GS (294 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mercedes-Benz 300. (260 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2000 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mercedes-Benz 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Lexus GS | 1990 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
| Make | Lexus | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | GS | 300 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2995 cc | 2962 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 80.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 211 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2940 mm |
