2004 Lexus SC vs. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400
To start off, 2004 Lexus SC is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 (286 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2004 Lexus SC. (225 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 should accelerate faster than 2004 Lexus SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 weights approximately 529 kg more than 2004 Lexus SC. 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, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 (410 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Lexus SC. (290 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Lexus SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Lexus SC | 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 | |
| Make | Lexus | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | SC | 400 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 286 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 2004 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3150 mm |
