2006 Lexus GS vs. 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 2006 Lexus GS is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300 (231 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2006 Lexus GS. (217 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 2006 Lexus GS.
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, 2006 Lexus GS (294 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300. (273 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2006 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lexus GS | 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
| Make | Lexus | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | GS | 300 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 2962 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 231 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 273 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 88.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 80.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2810 mm |
