2007 Lexus LS vs. 1990 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2007 Lexus LS is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 5,547 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lexus LS (381 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1990 Mercedes-Benz S. (297 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 1990 Mercedes-Benz S.
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 (498 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mercedes-Benz S. (463 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mercedes-Benz S.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Lexus LS | 1990 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Lexus | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | LS | S |
Year Released | 2007 | 1990 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4608 cc | 5547 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 381 HP | 297 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 498 Nm | 463 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 5030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2950 mm |