2003 Lexus GS vs. 1993 Mercedes-Benz 200
To start off, 2003 Lexus GS is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mercedes-Benz 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mercedes-Benz 200 would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lexus GS (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 200. (141 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lexus GS weights approximately 270 kg more than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 200. 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, 2003 Lexus GS (296 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 200. (273 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Lexus GS | 1993 Mercedes-Benz 200 | |
| Make | Lexus | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | GS | 200 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2995 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 273 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 157 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 | 1660 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
