2007 Lexus LS vs. 1989 Mercedes-Benz 500
To start off, 2007 Lexus LS is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 4,973 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lexus LS (376 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1989 Mercedes-Benz 500. (323 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 1989 Mercedes-Benz 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lexus LS weights approximately 55 kg more than 1989 Mercedes-Benz 500. 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, 2007 Lexus LS (493 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mercedes-Benz 500. (450 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mercedes-Benz 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Lexus LS | 1989 Mercedes-Benz 500 | |
| Make | Lexus | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | LS | 500 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4608 cc | 4973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 323 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 493 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 249 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 1890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 80 L |
